Timeline Editor

The Timeline Editor is MarketDragon's built-in video editing tool. It uses a track-based timeline similar to professional video editors, letting you arrange clips, add audio, and build polished videos.

Opening the Timeline Editor

1. Go to Creatives in the sidebar
2. Click Create Creative -- a modal slides in
3. Select Video and click Continue
4. The Timeline Editor opens with an empty project

You can also export compositions from Spaces directly into the Timeline Editor with tracks pre-populated.

Interface Overview

The editor is divided into three areas:

• Preview Panel (top) -- Shows a real-time preview of your video at the current playhead position
• Track Timeline (bottom) -- Horizontal tracks where you arrange video, audio, and text clips
• Media Panel (left) -- Access your Assets library and add elements

Adding Media to the Timeline

1. Open the Media Panel on the left
2. Browse your Assets library or upload a new file
3. Drag a file onto the appropriate track
4. Position it by dragging left or right on the timeline

Working with Tracks

You can add multiple tracks to layer content. Drag the edges of a clip to trim its start or end point.

Editing Clips

• Split -- Position the playhead and press S to split a clip in two
• Trim -- Drag the edges of a clip to shorten it
• Delete -- Select a clip and press Delete to remove it
• Move -- Drag clips to reposition them on the timeline

Transitions and Effects

Click the transition icon between two clips on the same track to add a transition effect (fade, dissolve, slide). Adjust the duration by dragging the transition handle.

Adding Text Overlays

1. Click Add Text in the toolbar
2. A text element appears on the text track
3. Double-click to edit the content
4. Use the properties panel to adjust font, size, color, and position

Exporting

1. Click Export when your video is ready
2. Choose your output resolution and format
3. The video renders and is saved to your Creatives library and Assets

Tip: Start with short videos (15-30 seconds) for social media. You can always create longer cuts later.

Next Steps

• Explore Spaces for AI Content
• Manage Your Creatives Library