Summary  
This chapter explains how to create and customize text elements and leverage reusable graphic templates by adjusting properties and importing external template files.

General domain of usage  
Video editing

In this chapter we'll look at how you can add text and use graphic templates.


Download Files for Project

- Select the type tool from the toolbar and click on the preview panel to create a text box;
- Type your text and adjust its parameters in the effect controls or properties panel;
- Change the font, size, alignment, and style as needed;
- Modify text appearance using color, background, stroke, or shadow options;
- Position text using the selection tool by dragging it within the preview panel;
- Adjust duration on the timeline to control when the text appears and disappears.

Adding Text

- Use the properties panel to change text attributes such as bold, italic, all caps, or underline;
- Experiment with tracking and leading for spacing adjustments;
- Align text within the frame for better positioning;
- Enable motion blur when animating text for smoother transitions.

Customizing Text

- Open the graphics templates panel to browse built-in presets;
- Drag and drop a template onto the timeline to apply it;
- Customize template properties such as text, color, and animation;
- Ensure required fonts are installed to avoid missing text issues;
- Use the properties panel to adjust size, position, and animation duration;
- Templates can be stretched on the timeline for longer animations.

Using Graphic Templates

- Download .mogrt files from external sources or create your own in After Effects;
- Add a dedicated folder for templates and import it into Premiere Pro;
- Access imported templates in the graphics templates panel;
- Drag custom templates onto the timeline and modify text or animations;
- Ensure templates are stored in an organized folder for easy access.

Importing Custom Templates

- Fine-tune text and graphics placement using the alignment tools;
- Apply fade-in or fade-out effects for smooth transitions;
- Review text timing to ensure it aligns with video content;
- Use cross dissolve or animation presets for dynamic effects;
- Save your project and render a preview to check the final look.

Final Adjustments

Add a simple title to your video, install the __MOGRT__ I showed you, and use it to sign your video.


How do you add a text layer in Premiere Pro?

Where can you adjust the font, size, and alignment of a text layer?

Which of the following is NOT an option in the Align and Transform section for text?

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Text and Graphic Templates

1. How do you add a text layer in Premiere Pro?

2. Where can you adjust the font, size, and alignment of a text layer?

3. Which of the following is NOT an option in the Align and Transform section for text?