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Google Photos Rolls Out Redesigned Video Editor With Templates and Built-In Music

The update moves Photos toward in-app short‑form creation with mobile‑first tools.

Overview

  • Google’s new editor on Android and iOS adds a universal timeline and adaptive canvas for easier multi‑clip editing.
  • Android‑first templates auto‑sync music, text and cuts to generate shareable highlight videos from selected photos and clips.
  • A built‑in soundtrack library is available on both platforms, with new audio‑mixing controls to balance original clip audio and background music.
  • Text overlays return on Android with customizable fonts, colors and backgrounds, and users can add music and text to single clips.
  • The redesigned editor is now the default on Android, and all features are available now or rolling out in stages, so access may vary by account and platform.