How to Make Your Own Movies on Your Computer

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Obtain a webcam.

   You don't need to have one of those fancy little white round ones.
   
   You can get a cheap one from Walmart
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   Step 2: Choose Video Editing Software - Windows Movie Maker is available in Windows but if you are using a Mac try iMovie or Linux try AviDemux.

   , Attach your camera to your computer via USB cord, normally included with camera.
   
   Make sure your camera is in WebCam mode.
   
   Find out how to put it in WebCam mode in your manual. ,, It would be preferable if you put the computer down, and filmed an area, instead of just holding it. ,,, Drag your clips to the time-line/storyboard at the right side of the page. , You can add effects to your video clips, such as increasing the brightness, easing in on the picture, and more! , This step is optional. , You can also e-mail your movies to your friends!
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   Step 3: Check how to operate your webcam.

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   Step 4: Click Webcam video in Windows Movie Maker.

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   Step 5: Click Record to begin recording.

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   Step 6: Click Stop to stop recording.

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   Step 7: Save the video.

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   Step 8: Start arranging movie clips.

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   Step 9: Click Visual Effects.

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    Step 10: Add titles at the beginning

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    Step 11: end credits and transitions.

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    Step 12: Burn your movies to a CD using third-party software or a pre-installed CD burner in your XP.

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