Background effects in the editor

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Use background removal and blur effects to create a cleaner look and added privacy, without the need for extra tools or a green screen.

Step by step

1. Log in to your Riverside account.
2. Open a recording in the editor.
3. Click on the speaker's tile in the video canvas.
4. Above the speaker's tile, click Effects.
5. From the Background effects panel: 
   • Click the Subtle blur icon for a light polish.
   • Click the Full blur icon to apply a strong blur effect to your background.
   • Click the Transparent icon to remove the background completely. 
6. To remove an effect, click the None icon. 

Good to know

• Background effects are only supported for tracks recorded on Riverside in a web browser and cannot be applied to external uploads.

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