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# Split Screen Video

> Combine multiple videos side-by-side for comparison or reaction content

## Overview

Create split-screen videos that display multiple video feeds simultaneously. Perfect for reactions, comparisons, tutorials, and before/after content.

## Perfect For

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Reaction Videos" icon="face-surprise">
    Show your reaction alongside the original content
  </Card>

  <Card title="Comparisons" icon="code-compare">
    Side-by-side product, method, or technique comparisons
  </Card>

  <Card title="Tutorials" icon="chalkboard-user">
    Show steps alongside results in real-time
  </Card>

  <Card title="Gaming" icon="gamepad">
    Gameplay with face cam or multiple perspectives
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## How to Create

<Steps>
  <Step title="Upload Videos">
    Add your video files:

    * **Main Video** - Primary content (left/top)
    * **Secondary Video** - Reaction, comparison, or additional content (right/bottom)
    * Optional: Add up to 4 video feeds

    Supports MP4, MOV, AVI, WebM formats.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose Layout">
    Select your split-screen layout:

    * **Side-by-Side** - Equal 50/50 vertical split
    * **Weighted Split** - 70/30 or 60/40 ratio
    * **Top-Bottom** - Horizontal split layout
    * **Picture-in-Picture** - Small video overlaid on main
    * **Grid** - 2x2 or 3x3 for multiple videos
    * **Custom** - Define your own layout
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sync Timing">
    Synchronize your videos:

    * **Auto-sync** - Automatically align videos
    * **Manual offset** - Adjust start time for each video
    * **Playback speed** - Speed up or slow down individual feeds
    * **Trim** - Cut specific sections from each video
  </Step>

  <Step title="Customize Appearance">
    Style your split screen:

    * Border between videos (size, color)
    * Rounded corners
    * Drop shadows
    * Background for empty space
    * Video fit mode (contain, cover, fill)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Audio">
    Control audio mixing:

    * Choose which video's audio to use
    * Mix both audio tracks
    * Adjust volume levels per video
    * Add background music
    * Voiceover narration
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Layout Options

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Side-by-Side">
    Two videos displayed vertically next to each other

    **Best for**: Comparisons, reactions, dual perspectives

    **Ratio**: 50/50 or custom (60/40, 70/30)
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Top-Bottom">
    Videos stacked horizontally

    **Best for**: Before/after, sequential steps, landscape videos

    **Ratio**: 50/50 or custom
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Picture-in-Picture">
    Small video overlaid on main video

    **Best for**: Reactions with face cam, tutorials with demo

    **Position**: Corner placement, custom sizing
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Grid">
    Multiple videos in grid layout

    **Best for**: Group reactions, multi-perspective gaming, panels

    **Options**: 2x2, 3x3, or custom grid
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Custom">
    Define exact positions and sizes

    **Best for**: Advanced layouts, branded templates

    **Control**: Pixel-perfect positioning
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Customization Options

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Video Layout" icon="table-columns">
    * Split direction (vertical/horizontal)
    * Size ratio per video
    * Position and alignment
    * Spacing between videos
    * Aspect ratio per video
    * Rotate individual videos
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Visual Styling" icon="paintbrush">
    * Border style and color
    * Border width
    * Rounded corners
    * Shadow effects
    * Background color/image
    * Padding around videos
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Timing Control" icon="clock">
    * Start offset per video
    * Playback speed adjustment
    * Loop individual videos
    * Trim start/end points
    * Sync points
    * Transition timing
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Audio Mixing" icon="volume">
    * Primary audio source
    * Volume per video
    * Audio crossfading
    * Background music
    * Voiceover track
    * Audio filters
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Labels & Text" icon="text">
    * Video labels
    * Timestamps
    * Titles and descriptions
    * Custom text overlays
    * Animated captions
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Pro Tips

<Tip>
  **Match video quality**: Use videos with similar resolution and quality for a professional look.
</Tip>

<Note>
  **Audio is crucial**: Usually, only one video's audio should be prominent. Mix carefully to avoid chaos.
</Note>

<Warning>
  **Mobile viewing**: Ensure text and details are readable on small screens. Test your layout on mobile.
</Warning>

## Best Practices

### Video Selection

* Use videos with similar quality
* Match color grading when possible
* Ensure important content isn't cut off
* Consider final aspect ratio
* Check audio quality before mixing

### Layout Design

* Give more space to more important video
* Use borders to clearly separate feeds
* Maintain visual balance
* Consider safe zones for important content
* Think about platform requirements

### Audio Mixing

* Primary content should be loudest
* Reduce or mute secondary audio if it conflicts
* Use ducking to lower music when speaking
* Ensure voiceover is clear
* Test on different devices

### Synchronization

* Align important moments across videos
* Use visual or audio cues for sync points
* Test playback multiple times
* Account for any lag or delay

## Use Cases

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Reaction Content" icon="face-laugh">
    React to videos with your face cam visible
  </Card>

  <Card title="Product Comparisons" icon="scale-balanced">
    Compare two products side-by-side
  </Card>

  <Card title="Before & After" icon="arrow-right">
    Show transformation results simultaneously
  </Card>

  <Card title="Gaming Content" icon="gamepad">
    Gameplay with face cam or multiple players
  </Card>

  <Card title="Tutorials" icon="book-open">
    Show process and result simultaneously
  </Card>

  <Card title="Interviews" icon="microphone">
    Display both interviewer and interviewee
  </Card>

  <Card title="Technique Demos" icon="hand">
    Show correct vs incorrect methods
  </Card>

  <Card title="Multi-Perspective" icon="video">
    Multiple camera angles of same event
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Popular Formats

### Reaction Videos

**Layout**: Main content large, reactor small (PiP)
**Audio**: Mix both, reactor slightly lower
**Best for**: YouTube, TikTok reactions

### Product Comparisons

**Layout**: 50/50 side-by-side
**Audio**: Single voiceover narration
**Best for**: Review channels, product videos

### Gaming with Webcam

**Layout**: Gameplay 70%, face cam 30% (corner)
**Audio**: Game audio + mic
**Best for**: Twitch clips, gaming content

### Duet Style

**Layout**: 50/50 vertical split
**Audio**: Both videos mixed equally
**Best for**: TikTok duets, collaborations

## Platform Optimization

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="YouTube">
    * **Aspect Ratio**: 16:9 (landscape)
    * **Layout**: Flexible - any split works
    * **Duration**: No limit
    * **Quality**: 1080p or 4K
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="TikTok">
    * **Aspect Ratio**: 9:16 (vertical)
    * **Layout**: Top-bottom or PiP
    * **Duration**: Up to 10 minutes
    * **Quality**: 1080p
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Instagram">
    * **Aspect Ratio**: 9:16 for Reels, 1:1 for Feed
    * **Layout**: Vertical split or PiP
    * **Duration**: 90 seconds max for Reels
    * **Quality**: 1080p
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Twitch">
    * **Aspect Ratio**: 16:9
    * **Layout**: Gameplay with face cam (PiP)
    * **Duration**: Clips under 60 seconds
    * **Quality**: 1080p
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Advanced Features

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Green Screen" icon="wand-magic">
    Remove backgrounds from face cam
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dynamic Switching" icon="shuffle">
    Automatically switch between layouts
  </Card>

  <Card title="Zoom Effects" icon="magnifying-glass">
    Zoom into specific video at key moments
  </Card>

  <Card title="Custom Borders" icon="border-all">
    Branded borders and overlays
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Content Ideas

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Challenge Videos" icon="trophy">
    You vs friend doing same challenge
  </Card>

  <Card title="Singing Duets" icon="music">
    Sing along with original artist
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dance Comparisons" icon="person-running">
    Original choreography vs your version
  </Card>

  <Card title="Cooking Recipes" icon="pot-food">
    Recipe video alongside your attempt
  </Card>

  <Card title="Workout Guides" icon="dumbbell">
    Trainer demo with your form
  </Card>

  <Card title="Unboxing Reactions" icon="box">
    Your reaction + product close-up
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Technical Specs

### Recommended Settings

* **Resolution**: 1080p minimum
* **Frame rate**: 30fps or 60fps (match both videos)
* **Audio**: 48kHz, stereo
* **Codec**: H.264 for compatibility
* **Bitrate**: High quality (8-12 Mbps)

### Performance Tips

* Pre-process videos to same format
* Use consistent frame rates
* Compress large files before upload
* Test export before final render

## Pricing

Split screen videos are charged based on:

* **Video length**: 1 credit per minute
* **Number of video feeds**: Included
* **Audio processing**: Included

<Card title="View Pricing" icon="dollar-sign" href="https://clippie.ai/pricing">
  Check pricing details
</Card>

## Need Help?

<Card title="Get Support" icon="life-ring" href="mailto:support@clippie.ai">
  Contact us for help with split screen videos
</Card>