How to add a media frame to your Powtoon

How to add a media frame to your Powtoon

A media frame is a shaped container that holds an image, video, or animated GIF inside it. A common example is a computer screen frame used to display a screenshot or a short clip. You can add a media frame from scratch or apply one to an image or video that is already on the stage.

Before you start: You must be working in Create mode inside Powtoon Studio to add or edit media frames.

In this article

• Adding an image to a media frame
• Adding a video to a media frame
• Wrapping a frame around an existing image or video

Adding an image to a media frame

Use these steps to place a new media frame on the stage and fill it with an image from your library.

1. Open the Shapes tab in the left panel, then select Media Frames.
2. Browse the available frames. A media frame is identified by a + sign displayed on its thumbnail — this distinguishes it from a regular decorative shape.
3. Select the frame you want. The frame is added to the stage.
4. Click the + (add image) icon that appears on the frame on the stage.
5. Browse the image library and select the image you want to display inside the frame.
   ► The image is automatically cropped to fit the shape and size of the frame.

Adding a video to a media frame

Use these steps to place a new media frame on the stage and fill it with a video from your library.

1. Open the Shapes tab in the left panel, then select Media Frames.
2. Browse the available frames. A media frame is identified by a + sign on its thumbnail.
3. Select the frame you want. The frame is added to the stage.
4. Click the + (add video) icon that appears on the frame on the stage.
5. The My Video tab opens. Select the video you want to display inside the frame.

Note: If the video you select is longer than the current slide duration, a pop-up appears asking you to choose one of two options:

• Extend Length — extends the slide duration to match the full length of the video.
• Trim Video — trims the video to fit the existing slide duration.

Wrapping a frame around an existing image or video

If you have already placed an image or video on the stage, you can apply a media frame around it without starting over.

1. Select the image or video on the stage, then click the frame icon that appears in the object toolbar.
2. Click Add Frame. The media frame library opens on the right side of Powtoon Studio.
3. Select the frame you want. Your image or video is placed inside the selected frame immediately.

Note: You can also display an animated GIF inside a media frame using the same steps as adding an image. The GIF will animate when your Powtoon plays.