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# Add Intro and Outro

> Add custom videos at the start and end of your karaoke

Add custom intro and outro videos to give your karaoke a professional, polished look.

## What Are Intro and Outro Videos?

* **Intro** — Plays before your karaoke starts
* **Outro** — Plays after your karaoke ends

Use them for branding, credits, calls to action, or a professional opening sequence.

## Adding an Intro Video

1. Open your project in the Studio
2. Click the **Overlays** panel
3. Find **Intro Video** under Branding
4. Toggle it on
5. Click **Upload** and select your video file

Supported formats: MP4, WebM, MOV

## Adding an Outro Video

1. In the Overlays panel, find **Outro Video**
2. Toggle it on
3. Click **Upload** and select your video file

## Settings

### Duration

The system uses the full length of your uploaded video. To control timing:

* Edit your video before uploading to the desired length
* Typical intros are 3-5 seconds
* Typical outros are 5-10 seconds

### Transition Effect

Choose how the video transitions to/from your karaoke:

* **Fade** — Gradual fade in/out
* **Crossfade** — Blend between video and karaoke
* **Slide** — Slide in from a direction
* **Zoom** — Zoom in or out
* **Blur** — Blur transition

### Effect Duration

How long the transition takes:

* Shorter = Snappy transition
* Longer = Smooth, gradual transition

## Using Gallery

Your uploaded videos are saved for reuse:

1. Click **My Gallery** in the intro or outro section
2. Select from previously uploaded videos
3. Apply to any project

## Tips for Great Intro/Outro Videos

### For Intros

* Keep it short (3-5 seconds)
* Include your logo or brand
* Match the energy of the song
* Consider a countdown or "Get Ready to Sing"

### For Outros

* Thank your audience
* Include social media handles
* Add a call to action ("Subscribe", "Like", etc.)
* Can be slightly longer than intros

## Removing Intro or Outro

To remove:

1. Toggle the **Intro Video** or **Outro Video** off
2. Or click the clear button next to the video preview