Descript makes adding basic effects to your Composition simple with the Cues feature. You can adjust the placement of your video, add effects for transitions, and more!
Adding Cues
Cues can be added to your Composition by right-clicking in the timeline and selecting the Add Cue button.
You can also use the Conductor to add a Cue. Just type Ctrl + K (Windows) or Cmd + K (Mac) and search for Cue.
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Adjusting Cue Length
You can adjust the Cue length by clicking and dragging the ends of the Cue in the Timeline,
or by increasing/decreasing the "Duration" in Cue Properties
Deleting Cues
You can delete a Cue by right-clicking and selecting Remove Cue
Cues are also present in the script view, so you can also delete the Cue by removing it from the script.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have overlapping cues?
No, but you can use the "Kitchen sink" tool if you need multiple cue effects happening simultaneously