Step 1. Install Movavi’s video overlay software
Open the file you’ve downloaded and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software on your computer.
Overlay Video Editor by Movavi
Hundreds of overlays, filters, transitions, titles
One-click AI tools: auto subtitles, noise removal, and more
Fast and easy overlay editing: cut, crop, adjust colors and speed
By clicking the download button, you're downloading a free version of the program.*
Why the overlay video editor by Movavi stands out
Beginner-friendly with pro-level features
Movavi balances professional-grade features with an interface that even complete beginners can quickly master.
Tons of built-in effects and music
Movavi comes loaded with 10,000+ creative effects, built-in transitions, titles, overlays, music tracks, sounds, frames, backgrounds, stickers, and more.
One-click AI
Movavi makes it super-easy to create subtitles, remove pauses, clean up noisy audio, track motion, change out backgrounds, and more – all automatically, no technical skills needed.
Smooth performance
Movavi is lightweight, easy to set up, and runs smoothly – even if your laptop isn’t top-of-the-line.
Features for AI video editing
AI noise removal
Automatically remove car, wind, and other uncool sounds from your clips with our AI-driven audio denoiser. Create videos with crisp sound that viewers are sure to appreciate.
AI motion tracking
Enhance reality in your videos with additional moving graphics. Just click, and AI will quickly attach any photos, videos, emojis, or memes to objects in your footage.
AI background removal
Use the power of the AI to instantly swap backgrounds in your videos with no green screens. Drop in a new vibrant scene and get ready for an avalanche of likes on socials!
Silence removal
Cut out unwanted pauses automatically or fine-tune the pause length and volume threshold yourself. Skip the tedious cleanup and make your videos more dynamic in a flash.
Automatic subtitles
Let AI quickly turn your speech into text and automatically create captions for your videos in almost any language. Just choose the font, text color, position – and you’re all set!
How to overlay videos with Movavi Video Editor
The steps below explain how to put a video on top of another video using Movavi Video Editor, from importing files to exporting the finished result.
Step 1. Install Movavi’s video overlay software
Open the file you’ve downloaded and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software on your computer.
Step 2. Upload your media files
Open Movavi Video Editor and click Add Files to import your clips. They will appear in the Project files. Drag the files to the Timeline at the bottom to start editing your project.
Step 3. Add a clip above the main track
Place the background clip on the Video Track. Then drag the second clip above it to create an overlay.
Step 4. Adjust size and placement
Open Tools > Position and select one of the available position presets. You can choose from options like Picture in picture, Side by side, Overlap, and other layout variations.
Fine-tune the result in the preview window to match your idea. You can freely move the clip across the screen, resize it by dragging the edges, or rotate it to fit the scene and balance the composition.
Step 5. Save your final video
Click Export, choose the folder where the file will be saved, and select the preferred format and quality settings. Press Start to render the project and store the finished video on your computer.
More tools for easy video editing
How to choose the best video overlay software
You usually know within minutes whether an editor feels right. Some tools like AI video overlay software invite you to experiment. Others make simple actions feel heavier than they should. When working with layered clips, the software should respond naturally to what you are trying to do, not push you toward fixed patterns. The clearer the workflow feels, the easier the choice becomes.
Practical tips for choosing the right tool
Before looking at feature lists, think about how you actually edit. Do you prefer quick adjustments or careful fine-tuning? The right tool supports both without getting in the way.
What you can actually create with Movavi Video Editor
The following examples show how flexible tools translate into real creative outcomes across different types of projects.
Selecting video overlay software comes down to how smoothly it fits into your workflow. Movavi Video Editor keeps the process straightforward, so you can concentrate on shaping your content and bringing ideas to completion without unnecessary distractions.
Show a detailed view with picture-in-picture
Use the picture-in-picture position to add a second angle or close-up right on top of your video – highlight the details your viewers need to see.
Create texting effect that pops
Use the animation tool to make titles pop up like chat bubbles, giving them a back-and-forth feel that’ll keep your viewers engaged.
Frequently asked questions
*The free version of Movavi Video Editor may have the following restrictions depending on the build: watermark on exported clips, 60-second video or 1/2 audio length limit, and/or some advanced features unavailable when exporting videos.
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