Preview is where a static composition becomes a motion asset. Export only after the timeline reads clearly at normal speed.
Preview loop
Use preview as part of editing, not just as a final check.
| Pass | What to check |
|---|---|
| Layout pass | Crop, safe area, text size, and subject position |
| Timing pass | Entrances, exits, reading time, and pauses |
| Motion pass | Easing, direction, scale changes, and loop behavior |
| Export pass | File plays correctly outside the editor |
Check the timeline first
Review layer order, start times, duration, and easing before rendering. If the first second feels busy, simplify the entrance sequence or delay supporting layers.
If preview does not match the expected scene, confirm that the intended frame is selected. Preview and export use the selected frame, not every object visible on the board.
Preview at the target size
Short video exports are sensitive to crop and scale. Preview in the same aspect ratio you plan to publish, especially when exporting vertical clips.
Check small text at phone size. If the text only works on a large monitor, it will likely fail in the final channel.
Export a review pass
Render a quick MP4 before polishing. Watch it outside the editor, then return to the canvas to fix timing, text size, and contrast.
Use review filenames that preserve the decision history, such as launch-teaser-v03-review.mp4. Avoid overwriting the last review until the next one has been approved.
Local and cloud exports
Local exports are included with the editor and are the best fit for quick iteration. Use them while testing timing, copy, and layout.
Cloud renders are for server-side MP4 output and heavier delivery paths. A standard cloud render is an MP4 up to 30 seconds within the plan’s included resolution. Creator and Pro include standard 1080p cloud renders; Team includes standard 4K cloud renders. Pro can still render 4K, but those jobs use Flares.
Longer videos, 4K on plans where it is not included, non-standard presets, API render, and future batch automation use Flares. The app shows the estimated Flares before the render starts.
| Export path | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Local export | Quick iteration and review files | Depends on browser support and local device capability |
| Standard cloud render | Reliable server-side MP4 output | Included allowance depends on workspace plan |
| Flares render | 4K outside included plan, longer or non-standard jobs | Quote appears before the job starts |
Final export checklist
- Text remains readable at phone size.
- The main subject is visible in the first second.
- Motion supports the hierarchy instead of moving every layer equally.
- The export duration matches the destination channel.
- No reference objects or notes sit inside the export frame.
- The review file has been watched outside the editor.
If export fails
Try a smaller proof first: shorter duration, lower resolution, and fewer active video layers. If local export is unavailable, use a current Chromium-based browser or switch to cloud render when available.