Are you tired of using the same music provided by GoPro Quik in all your videos? Have you ever thought about adding your own music to your GoPro Quik videos and making them more personalized, captivating and “out of the box”? GoPro Quik is a powerful video editing software that simplifies video editing. Even though Quik offers built-in music tracks, adding your unique soundtrack can better capture your audience’s attention. Adding your own music to GoPro Quik will bring more emotions, excitement, and feeling to your videos. In this blog, we will show you how to add your music to GoPro Quik in three different ways.
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Why You Need to Add Own Music to Gopro Quik
Adding your music to GoPro Quik is essential when you want your video to be successful, portraying your creativity and uniqueness. Here are some reasons why you need to add your music to GoPro Quik?
1. Personalization: Adding your music signifies your identity and your style.
2. Uniqueness: Using popular music is great, but using your music distinguishes you from other videos with the same music.
3. Meaning: Adding your music to a video gives meaning to your message, making more emotions and better explaining the concept of the video.
Method 1: Using Drag and Drop Feature in GoPro Quik.
Drag and Drop is perhaps the easiest and quickest way to add your music to your GoPro Quik videos. This feature does not require extra plugins or software. Drag and Drop allows you to navigate through your music folders and use simple controls such as play, pause, and mute. Here are the steps to follow;
1. Open GoPro Quik software, and import your footage(s) and select the "Add Media" option.
2. Navigate through your folders and locate the music (audio file) you want to add.
3. Drag and drop the selected audio file from your folders into GoPro Quik’s audio section.
4. Edit your audio settings by using the simple controls such as play, pause, mute or adjust the volume.
5. To save the changes, go to the "Export" button and save it.
Pros:
– It’s easy and quick to use
– No additional software needed
– You can listen to your audio before adding it to the video
Cons:
– Limited to one audio file
– Difficulty in timing the audio and video.
Method 2: Using GoPro App
GoPro App is a powerful and user-friendly tool that enables you to add your music to your GoPro Quik videos. GoPro App is available for free on both Android and iOS. It provides an extensive collection of royalty-free music you can add to your videos. With GoPro App, you can adjust audio settings such as volume, speed, fade in/out. Here are the steps to follow;
1. Open GoPro App on your smartphone and connect your device via Wi-Fi
2. Select the videos you want to edit
3. Select "Add Music" and scroll to find music you want to add from GoPro App library or tap the "+" sign to upload your music
4. Edit your audio settings such as the volume, speed, fade in/out
5. To save your changes, select "Save".
Pros:
– Wide range of music library
– Easy to use interface
– Different sound effects options
Cons:
– Lower audio quality than original
– Limited control over audio editing.
– Long Export time to transfer to PC
Method 3: Import Your Music into GoPro Quik
This method involves importing the audio file separately into GoPro Quik. This method gives total control over the audio-visual production. It could be the most challenging method on this list, but it ensures high-quality videos. Here are the steps to follow;
1. Open GoPro Quik software and click on import media to select your video footage.
2. Find and select your music file to import, and move it to the audio section of your project.
3. Choose your preferred transition at the start/end of your audio.
4. Adjust audio settings such as deleting unwanted audio parts, adjusting the volume, fade in/out, etc.
5. Export your project.
Pros:
– You have total control of audio editing
– The best method for high-quality videos
Cons:
– Time-consuming
– Requires additional software
– It requires technical knowledge
What to Do If You Can’t Add Your Own Music To GoPro Quik
Sometimes, adding your music to GoPro Quik could be very challenging. You may encounter issues such as unsupported audio formats or corrupt audio files. Here are some of the fixes you can apply;
1. Check File Format- Make sure your audio files are in an acceptable format compatible with GoPro Quik. Quik accepts MP3 and M4a file formats.
2. Repair damaged audio files – If your audio file is damaged, try repairing it using any software such as VLC Media Player or Audacity.
3. Use some audio conversion software –You can use online tools such as Convertio or Onlinconverters to convert your audio files to GoPro Quik compatible formats.
4. Update Your Software – Sometimes, updating your GoPro Quik software to the latest version can resolve the issue.
5. Reinstall GoPro Quik – If nothing works, you can try reinstalling the GoPro Quik software.
Bonus Tip
Remember, adding music to your GoPro Quik videos may impact your video’s storyline and message positively. Always ensure to pick the right music that fits well with the idea and message you’re trying to communicate in your video.
5 FAQs:
Q1: Will adding background music affect my GoPro video’s original sound?
A1: Adding background music to your GoPro video will not affect the original sound from the hero. However, you can adjust the volume levels to ensure that your audio and video are balanced.
Q2: Can I mix different audios while editing in GoPro Quik?
A2: Yes, you can add different audios while editing videos in GoPro Quik. You need to drag and drop each audio file separately into different audio tracks.
Q3: How can I adjust the volume level of the background music in GoPro Quik?
A3: Once you’ve imported your audio into GoPro Quik, click on the audio track in the editing panel, and select a volume scale that fits your needs.
Q4: Can I edit my audio separately from the video after adding in GoPro Quik?
A4: Yes, once you’ve added the background music to your video, you can edit the audio files separately. Click on the audio file to open up your audio settings and make changes such as adjusting volume, fading, etc.
Q5: Are there limitations on the size of audio files that I can add to GoPro Quik?
A5: There are no specific limitations on the audio file size that you can add to GoPro Quik. However, it’s important to consider the processing power of the computer you’re using.
Final Thoughts
Adding your music to GoPro Quik can enhance your video output and make it more unique and personalized. This blog outlined different ways to add your music to GoPro Quik. It’s important to note that there is no perfect method of adding music to GoPro Quik. However, with the techniques presented above, it will be easier for you to choose a method that suits your needs. Remember to experiment with different audio files and settings to identify what works best for you.