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This video was recorded in an older version of the editor, where borders had their own Border button in the toolbar. Border controls are now part of the Style sidebar, together with backgrounds and your logo. Follow the updated steps below.

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Using borders in Tella to enhance your videos

Borders are a fun way to add a little more style and personality to your videos. They allow you to put an attractive outline around your screen recording or camera recording, making your content stand out.

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Accessing the borders feature

  1. Open your video in the Tella editor.
  2. Click Style in the toolbar (or press B).
  3. Click the Border style row to open the border options. You can also press O to jump straight to it (as long as you’re not typing in a text field).

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Customizing border style and shape

In the Border style panel, you’ll see two sets of options: Style
  • None: Removes any border or shadow styling from your video.
  • Subtle shadow: Adds a soft shadow, making your video pop against the background.
  • Deep shadow: A stronger version of the shadow effect.
  • Transparent: Introduces a semi-transparent border for subtle separation.
  • Solid shadow and Solid shadow left: Draw a solid black border around your video with a bold, offset black shadow, for a cartoonish look. Pick these if you want a black border.
Shape
  • Square: Offers a more defined appearance with hard angles.
  • Rounded: Provides a softer look with rounded edges.
  • Circle: The most rounded option.
You can mix and match different styles and shapes to achieve the desired effect.
Tella remembers the last shape you selected and applies it to new layouts, including layouts that ask you to choose Media first.

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Applying borders to multiple clips

By default, the border settings apply only to the clip you’re currently editing. To apply the same border style to all clips in your video:
  1. Customize your border as desired.
  2. Click Apply to all clips at the bottom of the Border style panel.

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Tips and best practices

  • Experiment: Try different combinations of shapes and styles to find what best suits your video’s theme.
  • Consistency: Use the Apply to all clips feature to maintain a uniform look throughout your video.
  • Enhance visual appeal: Borders can help highlight important content and make your video more engaging.
By utilizing the border styles in Tella, you can add a unique touch to your videos, making them more visually appealing and personalized.