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How to Add Gaussian Blur in Premiere Pro?

Published in Video Editing 1 min read

Adding Gaussian blur in Adobe Premiere Pro is straightforward and can be done through the Effects Panel. Here's a step-by-step guide:

  1. Open your Premiere Pro project and select the clip you want to blur.
  2. Navigate to the "Effects Panel" located on the right side of your screen.
  3. Type "Gaussian Blur" in the search bar within the Effects Panel.
  4. Drag and drop the "Gaussian Blur" effect onto your clip in the Timeline.
  5. Adjust the "Blur" slider in the "Effect Controls" panel to control the intensity of the blur.

Tips:

  • Use a lower blur amount for a subtle effect.
  • Increase the blur amount for a more pronounced effect.
  • Experiment with different blur settings to achieve the desired look.

Example:

You can use Gaussian blur to create a soft, dreamlike effect on a video or to blur out distracting elements in the background.


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