Key takeaways:
- Videos can’t be truly transparent like PNG files
- Canva Pro’s AI background remover helps create solid color backgrounds
- Simple videos with clean backgrounds work best for this technique
Creating videos with transparent backgrounds isn’t exactly possible. But I found a neat workaround using Canva that gets pretty close! 🎥
The thing is, videos don’t have transparency attributes like PNG files do. But don’t worry – there’s still a way to achieve that clean, professional look you’re after. ✨
Table of Contents
How Canva’s Background Removal Actually Works 🤔
What You Need to Know First
To use this feature, make sure:
- Your video is less than 90 seconds
- You have Canva Pro subscription
- The video is added to your design
Best Videos for Background Removal
Simple videos work best when:
- One person or object in frame
- Clean, solid background
- Minimal movement
- No complex structures
Step-by-Step Guide to Remove Video Background 🎬
1. Import Your Video
- Open Canva in your browser
- Click “Edit a video”
- Import your video through Upload or connect online platforms like Google Drive
2. Remove the Background
- Select your video
- Click “Edit Video” from the top bar
- Choose the Background Remover tool
- Add text and other elements if needed
- When ready, click Share button
- Download as MP4
Working With Your New Video 🎨
Adding New Backgrounds
Remember:
- MP4 files don’t have true transparent backgrounds
- But Canva can remove backgrounds from videos
- You can add any background you want underneath
- Perfect for overlaying on other content
FAQs
Can I get a truly transparent video?
No, videos don’t support true transparency like PNG files do.
Do I need Canva Pro?
Yes, the background removal feature is only available with a Pro subscription.
What video length is supported?
Videos must be under 90 seconds long.
Will it work with any video?
Simple videos with clean backgrounds work best. Complex scenes may have artifacts.
Can I save the video with no background?
The video will always have some background color when exported.
Credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LwLqhWgtA4
