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Reusing and remixing videos and clips in Tella

You can reuse and remix any video or clip you’ve ever created in Tella. This guide will show you multiple ways to incorporate existing content into new or current projects.

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Method 1: Adding existing clips to a current video

  1. Open your current video in the Tella editor.
  2. Click the Add clip button at the bottom of the timeline.
  3. Select Select from existing from the dropdown menu.
  4. Search by title or transcript to find the clip or video you want to add. You can also scroll through your library.
  5. Click on the desired clip to add it to your current video.
  6. Rename the clip if necessary by clicking on its title and entering a new name (e.g., “Intro”).
  7. Rearrange the clip by clicking and dragging it to the desired position in your timeline.

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Method 2: Copying a clip from an existing video into another video

  1. Open the video that contains the clip you want to reuse.
  2. Click on Edit to enter the editing mode.
  3. Navigate to the clip you want to copy.
  4. Click on the three dots (…) next to the clip.
  5. Select Copy to Existing Video.
    • The clip is now copied to your clipboard.
  6. Open the video where you want to add the copied clip.
  7. Paste the clip into the video by pressing Command + V (Mac) or Control + V (Windows).
  8. Rename and reposition the clip as needed.

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Method 3: Duplicating a clip within the same video

  1. Open your video in the Tella editor.
  2. Locate the clip you want to duplicate in the timeline.
  3. Click on the three dots (…) next to the clip.
  4. Select Duplicate.
    • A copy of the clip will appear in your timeline.
  5. Rename and reposition the duplicated clip as desired.

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Method 4: Creating a new video from an existing clip

  1. Open the video that contains the clip you want to use.
  2. Click on Edit to enter the editing mode.
  3. Navigate to the clip you want to copy.
  4. Click on the three dots (…) next to the clip.
  5. Select Copy to New Video.
A new video will be created with the selected clip as its starting point.

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Tips and best practices

  • Organize Your Clips: Use descriptive names for your clips to make them easier to find when searching your library.
  • Search Functionality: Use the search bar in the Select from existing dialog to find clips by title or transcript content.
  • Keyboard Shortcuts: Remember that Command + V (Mac) or Control + V (Windows) can be used to paste copied clips into your videos.
  • Rearranging Clips: You can click and drag clips in the timeline to reorder them as needed.
By following these methods, you can efficiently reuse and remix your existing content in Tella, saving time and enhancing your video projects.