Adding Music to Videos on iPhone

Want to elevate your iPhone videos with a captivating soundtrack? Look no further! Adding music to videos on your iPhone is a fantastic way to enhance the mood, tell a story, or simply personalize your creations. Here’s a breakdown of two methods to seamlessly add music to your iPhone videos:

Method 1: Using the iMovie App (Free and Versatile)

1. iMovie Magic: Open the pre-installed iMovie app on your iPhone.

2. Project Power: Tap the “+” button to create a new project. Alternatively, you can choose an existing video from your iPhone’s library to add music to.

3. Media Marvel: Select “Video” or “Photo” depending on where your video clip is stored. Locate and tap the video you want to add music to.

4. Timeline Territory: Your video will appear on the iMovie timeline. This is where you’ll edit and add elements like music.

5. Audio Options Await: Tap the “+” button located above the timeline. From the menu, choose “Audio.”

6. Music Matchmaker: Here, you have two music selection options:

a. My Music: Browse your personal music library stored on your iPhone. Select the song you want to use and tap it to add it to your video.

b. Soundtracks & Effects: Explore Apple’s collection of royalty-free soundtracks and sound effects. Choose a suitable track and tap to add it to your video.

7. Editing Finesse (Optional): You can trim the music clip to match the length of your video or adjust its volume using the editing tools on the timeline.

8. Share the Spotlight: Once you’re happy with your musical masterpiece, tap “Done” in the top right corner. Choose how you want to share your video with music (save to Photos, share to social media, etc.).

Method 2: Using Third-Party Apps (For More Advanced Features)

While iMovie is a fantastic free option, several third-party video editing apps offer even more features for adding music:

i. InShot: Offers a user-friendly interface and allows you to fade music in and out.

ii. FilmoraGo: Provides a wider selection of royalty-free music and sound effects.

iii. VivaVideo: Features multi-track editing, allowing you to add multiple audio layers to your video.

Finding the Perfect Soundtrack

No matter which method you choose, remember to consider the mood and message you want to convey with your video when selecting music. Copyright restrictions also apply, so ensure you have the right to use any music you choose (iMovie’s soundtracks are royalty-free).

With these techniques at your disposal, you can transform your iPhone videos into captivating multimedia experiences. So, unleash your creativity, add a soundtrack, and share your stories with the world!

Here are some frequently asked questions to complement this blog post on adding music to videos on iPhone:

Q: Can I add music from streaming services like Spotify or Apple Music to my videos?

A: Unfortunately, due to copyright restrictions, you typically can’t directly import music from streaming services into editing apps like iMovie. However, you can download DRM-free music from iTunes or use the music selection within iMovie (soundtracks and effects).

Q: What if the music I want to use is too long for my video?

A: Both iMovie and most third-party editing apps allow you to trim the music clip to match the length of your video. Simply locate the trim handles on the music track in the timeline and adjust them accordingly.

Q: Can I add music and narrate my video at the same time?

A: Yes! iMovie allows you to record a voiceover narration while your chosen music plays in the background. You’ll find a dedicated record button within the app for this purpose.

Q: Where can I find royalty-free music for my videos?

A: In addition to iMovie’s soundtracks, there are websites offering royalty-free music specifically for content creators. A quick web search will reveal various options, some free and some with paid subscriptions.

Q: After adding music, will the original sound from my video be muted?

A: By default, adding music in iMovie will mute the original audio from your video clip. However, you can adjust the volume levels of both the music and original audio to create a mix if desired.