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By Taylor Casti2013-07-24 10:00:07 UTC
Video editing isn't just for Hollywood. Once only a task for professionals, editing raw footage has become as simple as dragging and dropping, and many of the features that used to come only with high-end software are now available in even the most basic programs.
In fact, with a decent camera and good editing software, you can create something that looks a lot more like a Hollywood blockbuster than your childhood home videos.
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As with any software, it's best to consider which features you'll need before you make a purchase. Small business owners or designers who want to create videos for professional use will have very different needs than consumers editing their home videos. Be realistic about what you'll use, so you don't end up paying for software you don't need.
You'll also want to consider which video formats you'll be shooting in, and therefore what the software's formatting capabilities are. This is important, as not all raw footage will work with every program. Do your homework before clicking "buy."
Finally, you'll want to pay attention to sharing capabilities. In the past, you only needed to worry about saving your videos to a DVD or a highly compressed video file, but the rise of and has resulted in new sharing options. If you're looking to share your videos to your social network, make sure that your software is capable of doing so.
Our picks for the best video editing software on the market are in the gallery above, from beginners' options such as to the creative powerhouse that is the . You'll find software for any level of expertise and interest.
Don't see your favorite software here, or use one of these and love it? Share your recommendations in the comments section below.
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