

We are maintaining the Movie Maker posts within TechEase because we find that many people are still using the application and come to the TechEase site looking for the specific help we offer.ĬAUTION: While installation files that were downloaded directly from Microsoft are safe, there are now many reports of non-Microsoft scam websites offering malware versions of Movie Maker for download. The Windows Movie Maker application will continue to function, however, and can still be used by those who prefer it. Open your photos app (if you’re struggling to find it, just open it from Microsoft Store).NOTE: As of January 10, 2017, Microsoft ceased to support Windows Movie Maker. It is, after all, very similar to the age-old solution with the only difference being its location. Why call it Windows Movie Maker then? For old time’s sake.

The app we’ve been referring to is your Photos app. Here’s the thing: Windows 10 doesn’t have dedicated video editing software per se. This seemingly simple step is actually our first challenge. How to edit a video in Microsoft Photos (Windows Movie Maker)?įirst thing’s first. Add a pinch of creativity into the mix, and you’ll get a pretty potent artistic tool. Nothing too special, but still enough to get your project started. You can use it to create photo collages, cut and trim videos, add a couple of simple effects like music, text, motion, or fireworks. (….Oh, and while you are at it, feel free to use the #Look_mom_im_using_WMM ? )Īs we already mentioned, Microsoft Photos (Windows Movie Maker) is your default video editing application.
