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Add Black Bars to Video

Add horizontal black bars to the top and bottom of any video for a cinematic widescreen look. Free and browser-based.

Adding black bars (letterboxing) places horizontal bars above and below the picture for a cinematic widescreen look without cropping anything. EditClips.online adds the bars in your browser: drop in the video, pick a target ratio like 2.35:1 Cinemascope, 1.85:1, or 21:9 ultrawide — or change the bar color — then click Process and download the letterboxed video. Nothing is uploaded.

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How to Use Add Black Bars to Video

  1. Upload your video
  2. Select an aspect ratio preset or enter a custom ratio
  3. Click Process to add the bars
  4. Download the letterboxed video

Features

  • Add black bars for cinematic widescreen look
  • Multiple aspect ratio presets
  • Custom bar color option
  • 100% private — processed in browser

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add black bars to a video?
Upload your video, select the desired aspect ratio (e.g. 2.35:1 for cinematic), and click Process. Black bars are drawn at the top and bottom of the frame.
Can I change the bar color?
Yes. The default is black, but you can set any color using the color picker.

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