How to Create a Video with Your Photos in Windows 11 (Complete Guide)

Turn a handful of photos into a video with good rhythm, music and text It's something that Windows 11 makes it much easier thanks to Clipchamp, the editor that Microsoft integrates as standard. Additionally, the Photos app helps you organize and enhance your images before editing, and if you prefer, you can also use online alternatives or professional software to take things a step further.

In this guide you will learn how to create a video presentation from your photos. using Clipchamp and its AI assistant, polishing your images with the tools in Photos (including AI background blur), opening Clipchamp from different locations in the system or in the browser, and learning about the main online and desktop options in case you need additional features or a different flow.

What you need and how to open Clipchamp on Windows 11

Clipchamp is the official video editor built into Windows 11. And it comes pre-installed on most devices. Its interface is very simple and allows you to add effects, titles, transitions, music, and even AI features like voiceovers and auto-composition.

Accessing Clipchamp is as easy as searching for it in the systemYou can open it in several ways without wasting time or installing anything extra.

• From the taskbar: Open the search engine, type 'Clipchamp' and launch it from the results.
• From the Start menu: Go to 'Start' > 'All Apps' and scroll until you find Clipchamp in the list.
• From the Photos app: You can also start a project directly from your gallery in Microsoft Photos, with options to start editing a video without leaving your library.

If you prefer to work in the browser, you have access to a web version by entering the address 'https://app.clipchamp.com/' from Microsoft Edge o Google Chrome, maintaining a very similar experience to the application.

Create a video from your photos with Clipchamp's AI assistant

Clipchamp's AI-powered auto-composition feature Speed ​​up slideshow creation with suggested photos, styles, music, and fonts. The workflow is fast and allows you to export the result or refine it in the timeline.

1. Open Clipchamp and choose 'Create a video with AI'. When you run the app, on the home screen you will find the smart builder option that allows you to step by step guide.
2. Select photos from the Microsoft Photos app. Launch Photos, navigate to where you save your images (OneDrive or local folders), and preview the available thumbnails.
3. Check the images you want to useClick the box in the corner of each thumbnail to select multiple photos, and when you're done, drag them into Clipchamp's auto-composition window.
4. Choose the style of the videoTell the AI ​​what kind of montage you like by choosing from different styles; you can use the thumbs-up/thumbs-down icons to fine-tune your preferences, or tap 'Choose for me' to have the system automatically suggest a theme.
5. Adjust format, music and fontsClipchamp suggests the best aspect ratio based on your assets, but you can set it to 16:9, 1:1, or 9:16 if needed (great for Reels or Stories). The AI ​​also suggests music and text styles; change any category to preview alternative combinations.
6. Preview and save or skip to detailed editingIf you like the result, tap 'Export' to save the video. If you want more control, choose 'Edit in Timeline' to open the full project and adjust every detail: transitions, additional music, stickers, and even AI-generated voiceovers.

When you finish the final touches on the timeline, export your video and save in 1080p HD for optimal quality on mobile, network, and PC playback.

Prepare your photos before editing: quick editing and background blur

Microsoft's Photos app on Windows lets you enhance images in just a couple of clicks. before taking them to Clipchamp: crop, rotate, apply filters and use auto-enhance to lift the overall look without the hassle.

Among the AI-based features, background blur stands out., ideal for focusing on the main person or object, separating it from its surroundings. The process is highly guided, and no prior experience is required.

1. Open the 'Background' PanelThe system automatically detects which areas correspond to the background, and offers you the 'Background Brush' tool to refine the selection.
2. Refine the mask with the brush:
   • Add mask: incorporates areas that should be considered background if they have been left out.
   • Remove mask: exclude areas that you don't want to be part of the background.
   • Adjust brush size and softness: precisely controls the contour for a natural result.
3. Choose the action to apply: Blur, Remove or Replace the background, depending on the effect you are looking for.

Spend a few minutes polishing your photos before editing them. It often makes a difference: improve framing, balance colors with a soft filter, and highlight the subject by blurring the background if necessary.

Other ways to start a project from Photos

In addition to direct access to Clipchamp From the search bar or the Start menu, the Photos app is a good starting point: from its gallery you can start editing a video with different start options, taking advantage of the fact that you already have your collections and locations in view.

This integration makes it easy to assemble presentations with material from OneDrive or local folders. without having to export or move files: select, share with Clipchamp and continue the editing flow seamlessly.

Using Clipchamp in the browser

If you don't have access to the app or prefer the cloud, go to 'https://app.clipchamp.com/' from Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome. It's a browser-based version that lets you edit, add effects, titles, and transitions, taking advantage of templates and smart shortcuts.

The web experience is especially useful on shared computers or when you need to work from different devices while maintaining a flow similar to that of the Windows application.

When to choose Clipchamp's AI assistant

The AI ​​video maker is perfect for quick montages, such as trip summaries, birthdays, or events, where you want a polished result with minimal effort and without spending time on fine editing details.

If you're looking for guided creativity, use the thumbs up/down reactions in styles. To help the system learn your preferences, try the 'Choose for me' mode for automatic decisions, then customize just enough (portrait, music, fonts) before exporting.

Practical tips to make your presentation look great

• Think about the format from the beginning: vertical (9:16) for Stories and Reels, horizontal (16:9) for YouTube or screens, and square (1:1) for feeds. Setting this in Clipchamp before editing prevents cropping later.
• Take care of the visual rhythm: Use 2–3 second bursts and reserve longer shots for highly detailed images. Alternating close-ups and long shots helps your video breathe.
• Choose music that accompanies and does not distract- Adjust the background volume to make texts readable and test the synchronization of image changes with the beats of the track.
• Clear and brief texts- Single-line titles and legible fonts. Don't overload each photo with messages; prioritize a few powerful phrases.
• Export to 1080p HD for perfect balance between quality and file size. If the primary destination is mobile, this resolution is more than sufficient and uploads quickly to social media.

Creating a video from photos in Windows 11 is easy if you take advantage of Clipchamp and the Photos integration.: Log in in seconds, let the AI ​​suggest style, music, and formats, and refine as needed. If the project requires a different approach, online and desktop options cover everything from quick editing with templates to professional control with advanced features.