How to Make Text Slowly Rotate in DaVinci Resolve
Are you looking to add a touch of elegance and dynamism to your video projects using DaVinci Resolve? One effective way to achieve this is by making text slowly rotate. This technique can be particularly useful for titles, graphics, or even for creating a unique effect in your video. In this article, we will guide you through the process of making text slowly rotate in DaVinci Resolve, ensuring that your videos stand out from the crowd.
Step 1: Import Your Project
Before you begin, make sure you have your project open in DaVinci Resolve. If you haven’t imported your video yet, you can do so by clicking on “File” > “Import” > “Media” and selecting your video file.
Step 2: Add a Text Layer
Next, you’ll need to add a text layer to your timeline. To do this, click on the “Text” tab in the media pool and drag the text effect you want to use onto your timeline. If you’re using a template, you can simply drag it onto the timeline.
Step 3: Open the Effect Controls
Once you have your text layer on the timeline, double-click on it to open the effect controls. This will allow you to adjust the properties of the text layer.
Step 4: Adjust the Rotation
In the effect controls, you’ll see various properties for your text layer. Look for the “Rotation” property and click on it to adjust the rotation of the text. To make the text slowly rotate, you’ll want to keyframe this property. This will allow you to animate the rotation over time.
Step 5: Add Keyframes
To add keyframes, click on the stopwatch icon next to the “Rotation” property. This will create a keyframe at the current time. To make the text rotate slowly, you’ll need to add additional keyframes at different points in time. For example, you might add a keyframe at the beginning of the text’s rotation, set it to 0 degrees, and then add another keyframe at the end of the rotation, set it to 360 degrees.
Step 6: Adjust Keyframe Interpolation
After adding your keyframes, you may want to adjust the interpolation between them. This will determine how the rotation progresses over time. To do this, click and drag on the keyframes to adjust the interpolation curve. A smooth curve will create a slow rotation, while a steep curve will create a fast rotation.
Step 7: Preview and Adjust
Now that you’ve added the keyframes and adjusted the interpolation, preview your video to see the text slowly rotating. If you’re not happy with the result, you can always go back and adjust the keyframes or interpolation curve until you achieve the desired effect.
Conclusion
Making text slowly rotate in DaVinci Resolve is a simple and effective way to enhance your video projects. By following these steps, you can easily add a touch of elegance and dynamism to your titles, graphics, and more. So go ahead and experiment with different rotations and interpolation curves to create unique and eye-catching visuals for your videos.
