Using Pitivi Non-Linear Video Editor

Purpose

This tutorial will show the user how to use the Pitivi non linear editor to produce a simple video.

If you user wants to produce more complex videos (with special effects), then the user should consider using Cinelerra. On the other hand, there is a short learning-curve with Pitivi.

Using Pitivi

YouTube Video

If you want to see the visual steps for "Powering Up Computer Lab", here is a link to a customized YouTube video:

Written Instructions

Below are the written instructions (in case you prefer to have a printout of these procedures):

Launching Pitivi

In order to launch Pitivi, the user click on menu in the docking station panel, and selects SOUND & VIDEO -> VIDEO PRODUCTION -> Pitivi Video Editor.

Main Elements of Pitivi Application Window

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Saving Your Work

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Adding a Title (Screencast)

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Adding / Editing Video

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Adding Music

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Rendering the Final Product

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Additional Resources

Using Pitivi User Guide: http://www.pitivi.org/manual/