Video Editing · Beginner level

Beginner level · Module 4: Colour Correction and Titles · Lesson 2 of 3

Titles and Lower Thirds

Add text that is readable and consistent.

In this lesson you will

  • Design readable titles
  • Create lower thirds for speakers

Key concepts

lower thirdsreadabilitysafe areasconsistency

The lesson

Lower thirds name speakers with their role; keep them short and on screen long enough to read twice.

Use simple fonts, strong contrast (with a background bar if needed) and sizes readable on a phone.

Keep text inside safe areas so it is not cut off or covered by platform buttons.

Step by step

  1. Design a lower-third template.
  2. Add one for each speaker.
  3. Check readability on a phone.
  4. Check safe areas.

Practice activity

Add titles and lower thirds.

Expected result: Readable, consistent text on screen.

Check your understanding

  1. How long should a lower third stay on screen?

    Show answer

    Long enough to read twice.

  2. Why check text on a phone?

    Show answer

    Most viewers watch on phones.

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