We're kicking off the new year with powerful enhancements to our video editor that make positioning and scaling elements faster, more intuitive, and more precise than ever before.
TL;DR: Select any element in the timeline to see a visual outline in the player. Drag to reposition, grab corners to resize, or use the sidebar for precise numeric control. It's visual editing the way it should be.
What's New
Visual Selection Outlines
When you click an element in the timeline, you'll now see a selection outline around it in the player. This visual feedback makes it crystal clear which element you're working with, especially when dealing with complex compositions with overlapping layers.
No more guessing—you can instantly see what's selected and ready to edit.
Drag to Reposition
With the element selected, simply click and drag anywhere inside the outline to move it around the player canvas. It's as intuitive as dragging objects in any design tool:
- Position text overlays exactly where you want them
- Adjust image placement with pixel-perfect precision
- Move video layers to create picture-in-picture effects
- Arrange multiple elements visually without mental math
Corner Resizing
Move your cursor to any corner of the selection outline and watch it change to a resize cursor. Drag to scale the element:
- Maintain aspect ratio while resizing
- Make elements larger or smaller with immediate visual feedback
- Fine-tune sizes to fit your composition perfectly
- No more trial-and-error with dimension inputs
Seamless Sidebar Integration
We've also streamlined the workflow between the player and sidebar:
Automatic Attribute Display
When you click an element in the timeline, the sidebar automatically switches to the element attributes tab. No more hunting through menus—the controls you need appear instantly.
Precision Numeric Input
For those who prefer exact values, you can:
- Type precise positions (X, Y coordinates) directly into input fields
- Enter exact rotation angles for perfect alignment
- Specify dimensions down to the pixel
Hover-to-Drag Labels
Here's a power-user feature: hover your cursor over any property label (like "Position X" or "Scale") and drag to adjust the value. It's like a virtual slider that appears exactly when you need it:
- Quick adjustments without clicking into input fields
- Real-time preview as you drag
- Perfect for fine-tuning after rough positioning with the mouse
Why This Matters
These enhancements address one of the most common pain points in video editing: the disconnect between what you see and what you control.
Before, you might set a position to X: 150, Y: 200 and hope it looked right. Now, you can:
- See the element with a clear outline
- Drag it into place visually
- Fine-tune with numeric controls if needed
It's the best of both worlds—visual freedom with numeric precision.
A More Natural Editing Experience
We believe video editing should feel natural and immediate. These features bring QuickEditVideo closer to that goal:
- Less context switching - Work in the player without constantly referring to the sidebar
- Faster iterations - Try different layouts quickly with drag-and-drop
- Better spatial awareness - See exactly what you're editing at all times
- Flexible workflow - Choose visual or numeric control based on your preference
Try It Now
These features are available now at QuickEditVideo.com/app/.
Load a project, add some elements to the timeline, and experience the enhanced editing workflow:
- Click an element in the timeline
- Watch the selection outline appear
- Drag to reposition or grab corners to resize
- Use the sidebar for precision adjustments
We think you'll find it transforms the editing experience from functional to fluid.
What's Next
We're continuously improving the editor based on your feedback. Upcoming enhancements include:
- Multi-element selection and group transformations
- Rotation handles directly in the player
- Snap-to-grid and alignment guides
- Keyboard shortcuts for nudging and precise movements
Have suggestions? We'd love to hear them. Happy editing, and here's to a productive 2025!
Ready to try the enhanced editor? Visit QuickEditVideo.com/app/ and experience visual editing in your browser—no uploads, no downloads, completely free.