How to Add Animations to Text in Filmora

Key takeaways:

• Use Title templates for quick animated text
• Customize with built-in animation or your own keyframes
• Make text pop with smooth transitions and effects

Adding animation to text in Filmora is one of those things that instantly makes your video look more pro. Static text? Meh. Animated text? Now you’re talking. If you’re tired of boring titles and want to make your message stand out, I’ll walk you through how to do it right in Filmora. You don’t need to be a video editing wizard—just a few clicks and you’ll have text that moves, blinks, and grabs attention. 🎬

Here’s how to make your text way more interesting, plus some tips on customizing and smoothing out those animations. If you want your videos to look sharp and modern, keep reading.

Using Filmora’s Built-in Title Animations for Fast Results

The fastest way to add animated text in Filmora is by using the built-in Title templates. These come with their own animation presets—think typewriter, fade, slide, and more.

• Drag your video clip onto the timeline. This will be your background.
• Head to Titles in the top menu.
• Browse the different categories like Trending, Title Effects, or Title Templates.
• Find a style you like and drag it above your video clip on the timeline.
• Double-click the title on the timeline to customize the text, font, size, and color.

Most of these templates have animation baked in, so you don’t need to mess with extra settings. Just change the words and you’re set. Some templates are marked with a pink diamond—those are premium. If you’re on the free or lifetime version, you might not be able to use those. If you’re on premium, go wild.

Want to know more about adding text in Filmora? Check this out: how to add text in Filmora

Customizing Basic Text with Your Own Animation

If you want something more unique, or if you’re using a basic text title that doesn’t animate, you can add your own animation. Here’s how:

• Drag a simple title (like Default Title or Subtitle) onto the timeline.
• Double-click it to edit the text.
• Go to the Animation tab in the editing panel.
• You’ll see a bunch of preset animations—Fade In, Slide Up, Zoom, Blink, and more.
• Pick one for the In (entrance), Out (exit), or Loop (repeats while on screen).

Play around with the duration and timing to get the vibe you want. For example, a Blink loop keeps the text flashing while it’s on screen. Perfect for grabbing attention.

If you want your animation to be even smoother, you can use keyframes. More on that in a sec.

Using Keyframes for Advanced Text Animations

Keyframes let you animate pretty much any property of your text—position, scale, opacity, rotation, you name it. It’s a little more hands-on, but the results are worth it.

• Select your text on the timeline and open the Animation tab.
• Click the Add Keyframe button at the start of your text clip.
• Change a property, like Scale (size). Maybe start at 100%.
• Move the playhead forward, add another keyframe, and change the scale to 170%.
• Move the playhead again, add another keyframe, and maybe shrink it to 45%.
• Keep adding keyframes and adjusting values for as much movement as you want.

When you play it back, your text will grow, shrink, and bounce as you set it up. If it looks too choppy, you can smooth it out.

To smooth your keyframes:

• Hold Ctrl and select multiple keyframes.
• Right-click and choose Ease Out or Ease In for a more natural motion.
• You can fine-tune the curve in the pop-up interface.

Shortcut tip: Alt+Shift+K opens and closes the keyframe curve editor.

Want to learn more about making your video look even better? Check out how to improve video quality in Filmora.

Making Your Text Animation Stand Out

Here are a few tips to make your animated text really pop:

• Use bold fonts and contrasting colors for visibility.
• Keep animations short and snappy—long, slow fades get boring.
• Combine In and Out animations for a complete look.
• Don’t overdo it—too much movement can be distracting.
• Preview your animation often and tweak as needed.

If you want to add more effects, like blurring the background behind your text, you can do that too. Here’s a guide: how to blur face in Filmora

Troubleshooting: Why Isn’t My Text Animation Working?

Sometimes things don’t go as planned. Here’s what to check:

• Make sure your text layer is above your video in the timeline.
• If you’re using a premium template on a free version, it might not show the animation.
• Double-check your keyframes—if you miss one, the animation might jump or not play.
• If Filmora is laggy, try closing other apps or restarting. For more tips, see top free simple video editor software for beginner.

More Ways to Make Your Text Look Awesome

• Add transitions between text clips. How to add transition in Filmora
• Zoom in on your animated text for extra drama. How to make zoom effect in Filmora
• Rotate your text for a dynamic look. How to rotate video in Filmora

FAQs

How do I add animated text in Filmora?

Pick a Title template with built-in animation or use the Animation tab to add effects to basic text.

Can I use custom fonts for my animated text?

Yes, just double-click the text, then change the font, size, and color in the editing panel.

What’s the difference between preset animation and keyframe animation?

Preset animation is quick and easy—just pick and apply. Keyframe animation lets you control every detail, like size and movement, over time.

Why can’t I use some animated text templates?

Templates with a pink diamond are premium. You’ll need a paid plan to use those.

How do I make my text animation smoother?

Select your keyframes, right-click, and choose Ease In or Ease Out to smooth the motion. Use the curve editor for more control.

Ready to make your videos pop? Animated text is a game changer. Try these tips and watch your edits level up. 🚀