Think Bigger From Filmora User Guide

Using Mosaic Blur Effects

Mosaic is a very useful effect in editing videos and images, as it helps to blur the face, logo，and other sensitive parts. Below are the steps to use mosaic effect in Filmora on macOS.

Import your video to Filmora and drag it to the timeline, then open the mosaic effect. There are two ways to find mosaic.

Method 1: Click the Effects tab and then choose Video Effects > Utility, you’ll see the “Mosaic” in the list.

find mosaic blur effect

Method 2: Enter “mosaic” in the search bar，then different types of mosaic effects will appear.

search mosaic effect

Click the mosaic effect in the timeline, and the setting panel will pop out. It allows you to change the mosaic position, angle, type, intensity， and opacity in the video. Customize the mosaic to your desired status.

mosaic blur effect on property panel

Now in the preview window, you’ll see the final result of mosaic.

final result of mosaic effect

Using Face-Off Effects

Step 1: Find Utility and Choose Face-off.

Go to Effects in the top menu and type face-off into the search bar, or scroll through the effects until you find Video Effects>Utility. Then choose Face-off.

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Step 2: Preview your video

Drag the Face-Off effect onto the clip you want to apply it to in the timeline. Then, choose either the blurred effect or one of the replacement images. You can preview what your video looks like with the Face-Off effect by clicking the Play button in the Preview Window. Click OK when you’re done.

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Using Mask Effects

The concept of masking is popular in professional video editing services, offering a reliable means to hide specific elements while enhancing others. These effects are designed to elevate your video's outlook without manual efforts.

Step 1: Search for Effects Masks

Now, select the clip within the timeline and direct it towards the "Effects" tab. Search for the "Effects Mask" in the search tab, and the relevant results will appear.

Access mask effects tab

Step 2: Apply the Chosen Mask Effects

Once you find a desired mask, integrate it into the video by placing it on the timeline through the drag-and-drop functionality. To witness the final results, press the "Play" button within the Preview Window.

Add appropriate mask effects

Using Countdown Effects

Step 1: Add Countdown Effect

Enter “countdown” in the search box and you’ll see a list of countdown templates available.

Step 2: Customize Countdown Effect

Select one of them and drop it to your video, you can customize and preview the effects simultaneously.

Using Overlay Effects

There are hundreds of overlay effects to help you create awesome videos. Just follow the steps below to learn how to use it.

Step 1: Add the overlay effects

Click the Effects and choose the Filmstock tab. You can see the Overlays folder. Then select the overlay that you like. Drag-and-drop the overlay to the timeline.

Add Overlay Effects

Step 2: Change the Duration

The default length is five seconds, but you can change its duration by dragging the edge of the overlay effect in your timeline.

Step 3: Change the Alpha Opacity

The alpha opacity (transparency) property has a value of 0-100. The lower the number is, the more transparent the overlay is. You can double-click on the overlay in the timeline to customize its opacity.

Customize Overlays