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Classic typography template

Build a direct kinetic typography sequence with word-level emphasis and the Classic editor's Stomp and Kinetic modes.

See the sample

Short phrases with strong entrances. Play the sample below to inspect the motion. It uses the same rendering engine as the editor; your final layout may change with your script or format.

Sample script

Start small. Write one line. Make it clearer. Keep going.

Start small. Write one line. Make it clearer. Keep going.

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When Classic fits

Classic is a useful starting point when your message depends on a few memorable words. The editor lets you work at word level and compare Stomp's harder cuts with Kinetic's smoother motion. Use it for a short opening statement, a motivational phrase, or a clear sequence of instructions.

The sample here has four sentences, each with a concrete purpose: begin, take an action, improve it, and continue. Try changing ‘Write one line’ to an action relevant to your audience. Keep the other sentences short so that the edit retains its rhythm.

How to refine the sample

Open the sample in the editor and preview it once at normal speed. Select a word to change its emphasis, font, or animation. Begin by emphasizing ‘small’ and ‘clearer’. Watch again to check whether those words explain the message; remove an emphasis if it merely makes the scene busier.

Compare Stomp and Kinetic before committing to additional effects. A stronger entrance can suit a brief statement, while a smoother transition can help a longer phrase feel connected. Keep the background simple during this comparison so you can judge the motion itself.

Layout and export checks

Choose your intended frame format before the final check. In portrait, long phrases wrap earlier than they do in landscape. Review the longest sentence at phone viewing size rather than reducing all the type to accommodate one crowded phrase.

Make a short MP4 export and watch the downloaded file. If a phrase moves too fast to understand, simplify it or adjust the available timing controls. Export runs on your device and is free. SRT is a separate timed-caption file for another editor or platform; it does not contain the animated video.

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