Adding Transitions & Random Transitions Between Two Clips with PowerDirector

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A transition is an effect added between pieces of media to create an animated link between them. Transitions are used to move a scene from one shot to the next. PowerDirector provides a list of transitions that you can apply to a sequence. A transition can be a subtle crossfade or a stylized effect.

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You can add transitions to your media clips to enrich your production. CyberLink PowerDirector provides an array of transitions that can be used on or between the media clips in your production.

TIP: Before you apply a transition, trim the clips. Then, apply the transition. The more you trim, the more availability of frames you can use in the transition.

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Click on the icon (encircled in red) to open the Transition room. Drag the desired transition between two media clips that are side by side on the timeline.

You will see the transition effect in the preview window.

Four Types of Transitions:There are four types of transitions: the postfix, prefix, cross, and overlap transitions.

Postfix Transition: you can add a postfix transition to the end of the first media clip. The transition and the first media clip overlap each other, meaning the transition only works on the first media clip. The second media clip displays after the transition ends.

Prefix Transition: you can add a prefix transition to the beginning of the second media clip. The transition and the second media lip overlap each other, meaning the transition only works on the second media clip. The transition begins after the first media clip ends.

You can add a cross transition the same way you add an overlap transition, by dragging it between two media clips. The cross transition acts like a bridge between the two media clips, by overlapping them at the same time.

Applying Random Transitions

It can take a lot of time if you have to drag the transitions to the timeline and apply them to all of your media clips. However, CyberLink PowerDirector provides a function that lets you quickly apply transitions.

In the Transition room, click the button in the upper right corner of the library window (marked in red). You can select either Apply Random Transition to All Videos or Apply Fading Transition to All Videos.