How to Crop a Video in CyberLink PowerDirector?

CyberLink PowerDirector is a popular video editing software packed with professional editing tools, and its cropping feature is no exception. Now, follow these simple steps to crop your video:

• Open CyberLink PowerDirector.
• Select "Crop & Rotate" from the new launcher shortcuts.
• Drag and drop your video into the provided field.

PowerDirector will automatically create a project, import the video, add it to the timeline, and open the "Crop & Rotate" window (previously "Crop/Zoom/Pan").

If you're using an old version of PowerDirector, here's the traditional workflow:

• Open CyberLink PowerDirector.
• Start a new project by selecting "New Project".
• Set your project's aspect ratio.
• Click "Import" > "Import Media Files" to add your video into the project.
• Drag it onto the timeline, select it, go to "Tools", and then "Crop/Zoom/Pan".

Once you're in the "Crop & Rotate" window, you'll see a box overlaying your video. PowerDirector gives you a couple of options when it comes to cropping your video. You can either crop freely or use a fixed aspect ratio:

Fixed Aspect Ratio:

• Choose an option like 16:9, 4:3, 1:1 (square) from the "Aspect ratio" drop-down menu.
• Move and resize the crop area within the fixed constraints.

Free Crop:

• Choose "Freeform" in the drop-down menu.
• Click and drag the edges or corners of this rectangle to define your crop area.

As you adjust the cropping box, you'll see a real-time preview of the cropped area in the small preview window on the right. This allows you to check if the cropping looks good before applying the changes.

Also use the X, Y, Width, and Height values on the right side of the window for more precise control. If you're happy with the crop, click "OK" to apply the changes.

The final step is to render and export your newly cropped video:

• Click the "Export" or "Produce" button, usually located at the top.
• Choose your desired export format, video quality, and resolution settings.
• Once your settings are all in place, click "Export" or "Start".

Congratulations, you've successfully cropped a video using CyberLink PowerDirector! Pretty cool, right?

While PowerDirector is a powerful tool, it might feel a bit overwhelming for beginners. Sometimes you might want a quicker, more straightforward solution for video cropping.

WonderFox HD Video Converter Factory Pro is such a fantastic alternative. It not only simplifies the cropping process but also offers a range of additional features like format conversion, video compression, and editing.

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• DownloadDownload, install, and launch the application.
• Open "Converter", add your video, and choose a desired output format.
• Click "Crop", and choose a cropping mode:
• For "Free Aspect Ratio", drag the edges or corners of the cropping box to define the area you want to keep.
• For "Fixed Aspect Ratio", choose an option like 1:1, 16:9, or 4:3 from the drop-down menu.
• Preview the result on the right-hand window and click "OK" if satisfied.
• Specify an output folder, and hit "Run" to start video cropping process.

That's it! We've covered how to crop video in CyberLink PowerDirector and introduced you to a much easier alternative solution.

Whether you're creating content for social media, working on a short film, or just sprucing up your home videos, video cropping is a necessary skill. Don't be afraid to experiment with different crops and aspect ratios. Cheers!