Dynamic Text & Glass Effects: Presets For Motion Design

Are you looking to add some visual flair to your video projects? In this article, we'll dive into a collection of presets designed to create stunning text animations and glass-like transitions. Whether you're aiming for smooth, curved text motion or a frosted glass refraction blur wipe, these presets offer a variety of dynamic effects to elevate your video editing game.

1. Typography Kinetics: Text Flowing Along a Bézier Curve

Imagine text gracefully flowing along an invisible Bézier curve, guided by physics-based momentum. This preset aims to replicate that effect, making your text appear as if it's a marble rolling through a curved track. The text accelerates down slopes, decelerates up hills, and settles into place with a gentle bounce.

This effect can be achieved by layering multiple TextAtom components, each positioned along calculated curve points. Each word has a slight delay, creating a captivating 'follow-the-leader' effect. The curve itself should feel organic and hand-drawn, not mathematically perfect. To enhance the visual appeal, subtle rotation is added, following the tangent of the curve, similar to how a car leans into turns. At the end, a gentle bounce adds a touch of residual energy, making the text settle into place naturally.

From a technical standpoint, this preset utilizes BaseLayout with absolute positioning and transform-origin adjustments. Cubic-bezier math is employed to calculate Bézier curve points within presetExecution. Each TextAtom is positioned with absolute positioning and animated using generic effects with translateX/Y, mirroring the curve's coordinates. Rotation effects are applied, matching the curve's tangent angle. For the container, 'absolute inset-0' is used, while individual words are given 'absolute' positioning. A spring easing is implemented for the final bounce, and 'will-change: transform' is added for GPU acceleration. Staggered timing with 0.05s delays between words adds depth to the effect. The 'fitDurationTo: 'children' property ensures proper timing inheritance, and subtle scale effects (0.95 to 1.05), synchronized with velocity changes, enhance the feeling of momentum. This preset offers a harmonious blend of organic movement and technical precision, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your typography.

2. Circular Typography Carousel: Text Orbiting with Gravitational Pull

The Circular Typography Carousel preset envisions caption text orbiting around an invisible center point, much like planets orbiting a sun. Text elements maintain their rotation while revolving around the center, with words having different orbital speeds based on their distance from the center (inner words moving faster, outer words slower).

As the text rotates, a subtle 3D perspective tilt makes it appear to move through Z-space, adding depth to the animation. A magnetic 'snap' effect briefly pauses words at cardinal positions (top, right, bottom, left) before they continue their orbit, resembling a clock mechanism. This rhythmic motion gives the text a dynamic yet controlled feel, perfect for grabbing attention and keeping viewers engaged.

Technically, this preset is structured with BaseLayout, using a 'relative w-full h-full' container. Concentric circular paths at varying radii are created using CSS custom properties. Each TextAtom receives 'absolute' positioning with the transform-origin set to a distant point. Continuous rotation is implemented using generic effects with the rotate property and linear easing for smooth motion. The container has 'perspective: 1000px' added for 3D depth. Modulo timing calculations are used to create the snap effect at 0°, 90°, 180°, and 270°. TranslateZ transforms provide depth variation, and word-level timing is implemented from caption data if available. Internal effect presets can be used for the orbital motion, promoting reusability. Adding 'pointer-events-none' prevents interaction issues, ensuring a seamless visual experience. The combination of gravitational dynamics and precise timing creates a visually compelling carousel effect that is both captivating and informative.

3. Wave Typography: Text Undulating Like Ocean Waves

The Wave Typography preset aims to mimic the fluid dynamics of ocean waves, making text undulate with realistic motion. Each word bobs up and down with a sine wave motion, but with phase offsets that create a ripple effect across the sentence. It's like text floating on water, with a gentle current pulling it horizontally.

To enhance the realism, 'splash' moments are incorporated where impactful words (detected from caption metadata) create larger amplitude waves that affect nearby words. The wave responds to the text's emotional content, remaining calm for neutral text and becoming choppy for intense moments. This dynamic adaptation adds a layer of depth and engagement, making the typography feel alive and responsive.

Technically, this preset uses BaseLayout with 'flex flex-wrap items-center justify-center gap-2' for initial positioning. Generic effects are applied to each TextAtom, with translateY following sine wave calculations. Phase offsets are implemented based on word index (index * Math.PI / 4), and subtle translateX is added for the drift effect. Caption metadata (impact, sentiment) modulates wave amplitude, while splash effects use scale and blur transitions triggered by keyword metadata. Implemented with requestAnimationFrame-friendly timing using CSS animations, and the 'transform-gpu' class ensures hardware acceleration. If audio is present, audio-reactive waveform effects can map bass frequencies to wave amplitude. The 'fitDurationTo: 'scene' property matches the overall scene duration. This preset combines mathematical precision with artistic expression, resulting in a mesmerizing wave effect that elevates your text to new heights.

4. Elastic String Typography: Text Attached to Rubber Bands

Imagine text behaving as if it's attached to rubber bands – that's the essence of the Elastic String Typography preset. When text enters, it overshoots its target position and springs back with decreasing oscillations, like a plucked guitar string. Each word is connected to its neighbors with invisible elastic connections, so moving one word creates a chain reaction of movements.

The effect also includes tension effects, where pulling words apart makes them snap back together. A 'release' animation breaks all constraints, allowing words to float freely before reassembling, adding a dramatic touch. This preset creates a sense of playful elasticity, perfect for dynamic and engaging text animations.

Technically, this preset is structured with BaseLayout using a 'relative overflow-hidden' container. TextAtoms are positioned with 'absolute', and spring physics are calculated in presetExecution. Custom spring easing is implemented using damped harmonic oscillator equations, and neighbor relationships are created using index-based calculations. Generic effects are applied with complex translateX/Y keyframes, mimicking spring behavior. CSS custom properties are used for spring constants (--spring-stiffness, --spring-damping), and scale effects (0.8 to 1.2) enhance tension moments. The release phase uses multiple effect ranges with different timing functions, and sub-presets can be used for individual spring animations, promoting modularity. Adding 'will-change: transform' and limiting to 60fps ensures smooth performance. This preset combines physics-based calculations with creative design, resulting in a captivating elastic text effect that is both visually appealing and technically impressive.

5. Spirograph Typography: Text Tracing Geometric Patterns

The Spirograph Typography preset aims to replicate the intricate patterns drawn by a spirograph. Words orbit around moving center points, which themselves orbit around other centers, creating complex looping paths. It's like a mechanical drawing machine where each gear rotation creates beautiful mathematical curves.

To enhance the visual appeal, pen-like trailing effects leave a fading trace of previous positions. Speed variations make the text speed up at curve peaks and slow down in valleys, like a roller coaster. This preset transforms text into a mesmerizing display of geometric artistry, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication and complexity.

Technically, this preset uses BaseLayout with 'absolute inset-0 overflow-visible' for a full canvas. Hypotrochoid or epitrochoid curves are calculated using parametric equations, and TextAtoms are positioned using calculated curve points with 'absolute' positioning. Multi-level rotation is implemented using nested transform origins, and trailing effects use multiple semi-transparent clones with decreasing opacity. Generic effects are applied with complex translateX/Y and rotate keyframes. CSS variables control curve parameters (--inner-radius, --outer-radius, --distance), and velocity-based scale adjustments enhance the dynamic feel. Internal effect presets can be created for different curve types (rose curves, Lissajous curves), and easing variations are based on curve tangent velocity. Using 'mix-blend-mode: screen' allows for overlapping text. This preset combines mathematical precision with artistic expression, creating intricate and captivating spirograph patterns that are both visually stunning and technically impressive.

6. Magnetic Field Typography: Text Influenced by Magnetic Poles

The Magnetic Field Typography preset imagines text particles influenced by invisible magnetic poles. Words behave like iron filings around magnets, aligning along field lines and clustering around attraction points. There are repulsion zones where text actively avoids certain areas, and attraction zones that pull text in.

To add dynamism, a demagnetization effect briefly scatters text randomly before it is pulled back into formation. Polarity flips suddenly change attraction to repulsion, creating unpredictable movements. This preset brings a sense of dynamic chaos and order, perfect for conveying themes of attraction, repulsion, and transformation.

Technically, this preset is structured with BaseLayout using a 'relative w-full h-full' container. Magnetic field vectors are calculated using the inverse square law in presetExecution, and TextAtoms are positioned with 'absolute', applying force-based movements. Attraction uses exponential easing toward poles, while repulsion uses inverse exponential away. Field line alignment is achieved with rotation effects matching the field direction, and generic effects apply complex translateX/Y and rotate animations. Adding 'transition-all duration-300' ensures smooth force changes. Scattering uses random number generation with a seed for reproducibility. Audio-reactive effects can create temporary magnetic poles based on beat detection, and caption metadata can assign magnetic 'charge' to words (keywords having stronger charge). This preset blends physics-based simulation with creative design, resulting in a captivating magnetic field effect that is both visually engaging and technically intriguing.

7. Pendulum Typography: Text Swinging Like Clock Pendulums

The Pendulum Typography preset envisions text swinging like clock pendulums with realistic physics. Each word hangs from an invisible pivot point and swings with gravity-based acceleration. Different pendulum lengths create varied swing periods, with longer words having longer strings and slower swings.

A Newton's Cradle effect transfers momentum between words on collision, and damping gradually decreases swings unless new words 'push' the system. The entire system has a hypnotic and meditative feel, making it perfect for creating a sense of calm and rhythm.

Technically, this preset uses BaseLayout with a 'relative h-full' container, with pivot points created above the viewport using negative top values. TextAtoms are positioned with 'absolute', and the transform-origin is set to the pivot. Pendulum motion is calculated using sine functions with a gravity constant, and generic effects apply rotate animations following pendulum equations. Subtle translateY adds a string stretch effect at swing extremes, and word length determines pendulum length (longer string = slower period). Momentum transfer uses collision detection and velocity calculations, and ease-in-out timing provides natural deceleration. Internal effect presets can be used for pendulum motion with parameters, and 'transform-style: preserve-3d' adds depth. Damping is implemented using decreasing amplitude over time. This preset combines physics-based animation with elegant design, resulting in a mesmerizing pendulum effect that is both visually soothing and technically impressive.

8. Vortex Typography: Text Spiraling into a Whirlpool

The Vortex Typography preset envisions text spiraling into or out of a central whirlpool point. Like water going down a drain, text accelerates as it approaches the center, with increasing rotation speed and decreasing scale. A time-delay effect makes words at different distances reach the vortex at different times.

To add versatility, a reversal mode erupts text from the center like a geyser. Turbulence briefly allows some words to escape the vortex pull before being recaptured. This preset creates a dynamic and captivating spiral effect, perfect for drawing attention to a central element or conveying a sense of motion and energy.

Technically, this preset is structured with BaseLayout using 'absolute inset-0 flex items-center justify-center'. Spiral paths are calculated using Archimedean or logarithmic spiral equations, and TextAtoms are positioned along the spiral with 'absolute' positioning. Generic effects apply translateX/Y following spiral coordinates, rotation increases with proximity to the center, and scale decreases toward the vortex. Exponential easing provides the acceleration effect, and time-based radius calculations ensure smooth spiral motion. Opacity fades as text approaches the center (1 to 0), and noise functions create turbulence for position perturbation. 'fitDurationTo: 'children' with staggered word timing is considered, and 'transform-origin: center' ensures proper rotation. A blur effect increases toward the center for depth perception. This preset combines mathematical precision with dynamic animation, resulting in a mesmerizing vortex effect that is both visually engaging and technically impressive.

9. Ribbon Typography: Text Flowing Like a Silk Ribbon

The Ribbon Typography preset envisions text flowing like a silk ribbon in the wind. Words connect to form a continuous ribbon that ripples and folds through 3D space. The ribbon has physics-based properties – weight causing sagging, air resistance creating flutter, and elasticity maintaining connections between words.

Wind gusts create dramatic waves through the ribbon, and moments where the ribbon loops back on itself form elegant knots or bows. This preset transforms text into a graceful and dynamic ribbon, perfect for adding a touch of elegance and fluidity to your visuals.

Technically, this preset uses BaseLayout with 'relative w-full h-full preserve-3d' for a 3D context. TextAtoms are chained with calculated bezier connections between words, and 'perspective: 1200px' adds depth. Ribbon physics use a spring-damper model between word anchors, and generic effects apply complex translateX/Y/Z and rotateX/Y for 3D motion. Skew transforms create a ribbon twist effect, and Perlin noise generates natural wind forces. Ribbon width uses scaleY based on word importance from caption metadata, and 'backface-visibility: hidden' ensures clean 3D rendering. Sub-presets can be used for ribbon segment animations, and gradient opacity along ribbon length adds visual interest. Staggered timing with overlap ensures smooth flow, with each word starting before the previous ends. This preset combines physics-based simulation with artistic design, resulting in a captivating ribbon effect that is both visually stunning and technically impressive.

10. Orbital Slingshot Typography: Text Gaining Momentum with Gravity

The Orbital Slingshot Typography preset envisions text using gravitational assists to gain momentum. Like spacecraft using planetary flybys, words approach massive invisible objects, whip around them gaining speed, and launch toward the next gravity well. A multi-body system navigates text through several gravity sources.

Comet-like tails stretch based on velocity, and critical moments require text to achieve 'escape velocity' to break free from orbits. This preset creates a dynamic and captivating journey through a gravitational landscape, perfect for conveying themes of speed, momentum, and escape.

Technically, this preset is structured with BaseLayout using 'absolute inset-0' for full trajectory space. N-body gravity simulation is calculated in presetExecution with multiple mass points, and TextAtoms are positioned with 'absolute', updating positions based on force calculations. Hyperbolic trajectory math governs slingshot mechanics, and generic effects apply translateX/Y following computed paths. Scale effects reflect velocity (faster = stretched), and tail effects use ::after pseudo-elements with gradient opacity. Timing varies based on the trajectory segment (slow near gravity wells, fast in open space), and audio-reactive gravity can make beat intensity affect gravitational pull. Escape velocity visualization uses color transitions or glow effects. Adding 'will-change: transform' and using CSS containment enhances performance. This preset combines physics-based simulation with artistic design, resulting in a visually stunning and technically impressive orbital slingshot effect.

11. Frosted Glass Refraction Blur Wipe Transition

This transition preset simulates looking through frosted glass that progressively clears from left to right, revealing the new video underneath. The outgoing video is fully visible initially, then an increasing blur filter (0px to 20px) is applied, combined with a brightness boost (100% to 130%) to simulate the frosted glass effect.

As the wipe progresses horizontally, a clip-path animation on the incoming video expands from 'inset(0 100% 0 0)' to 'inset(0 0 0 0)' over the 1.5-second overlap period. The incoming video has a subtle scale animation from 1.02 to 1.0 and a complementary blur that decreases from 8px to 0px as it's revealed. A semi-transparent white overlay div moves with the wipe edge to simulate the glass refraction line, using a linear gradient from 'rgba(255,255,255,0.4)' to transparent. This preset creates a smooth and visually appealing transition, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to your video edits.

From a technical perspective, this preset uses a BaseLayout container with a duration calculated as video1.duration + video2.duration - 1.5s overlap. The outgoing VideoAtom is positioned absolutely with z-10, while the incoming VideoAtom is positioned with z-20. Generic effects in provider mode handle the animations: the outgoing video gets a blur filter animation [0-0.7: 0px→20px] and brightness [0-0.7: 100%→130%], the incoming video gets a clip-path animation [0-1: 'inset(0 100% 0 0)'→'inset(0 0 0 0)'], a scale transform [0-1: 1.02→1.0], and a blur filter [0-1: 8px→0px]. A third div element creates the refraction line with absolute positioning, a width of 100px, full height, a background linear gradient, and a translateX animation [-100px→calc(100% + 100px)] synchronized with the wipe. All effects use relative timing within the 1.5s overlap period, starting at (video1.duration - 1.5) seconds.

12. Radial Frosted Glass Blur Transition

This transition reveals the incoming video through an expanding circular aperture with heavy distortion at the edges, simulating looking through a frosted glass lens that gradually expands from the center. The outgoing video applies a radial gradient mask that increases blur intensity from the center (0px) to the edges (30px) using multiple stacked divs with backdrop-filter.

The incoming video starts completely blurred at 25px and scales from 0.8 to 1.0 while the blur reduces to 0px. A CSS radial-gradient clip-path on the incoming video expands from 'circle(0% at 50% 50%)' to 'circle(150% at 50% 50%)' over a 2-second overlap. Chromatic aberration is simulated by duplicating the incoming video three times with red, green, and blue channel isolation using mix-blend-mode and slightly offset transforms that converge during the transition. This preset provides a dramatic and visually appealing radial transition, perfect for drawing viewers' attention to the center of the frame.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with duration = video1.duration + video2.duration - 2s. A three-layer structure includes the outgoing VideoAtom (z-10), the incoming VideoAtom (z-20), and an overlay effects container (z-30). The outgoing video uses a filter animation [0-0.8: blur(0px)→blur(30px)] with opacity [0.6-1: 1→0]. The incoming video has a clip-path [0-1: 'circle(0% at 50% 50%)'→'circle(150% at 50% 50%)'], a scale transform [0-1: 0.8→1.0], and a blur filter [0-0.7: 25px→0px]. For chromatic aberration, three duplicate divs referencing the incoming video are created with mix-blend-mode screen, filters for channel isolation (red: hue-rotate(0deg) saturate(3), green: hue-rotate(120deg) saturate(3), blue: hue-rotate(240deg) saturate(3)), and translateX animations converging from [-3px, 0, 3px] to [0, 0, 0]. The overlap period starts at (video1.duration - 2) seconds.

13. Prismatic Glass Shatter Transition

This transition simulates the outgoing video breaking into triangular glass shards that refract and blur before revealing the incoming video. Each shard has independent blur and rotation animations, creating a crystalline dispersion effect. The outgoing video is structured with a CSS clip-path polygon that fragments into 12-16 triangular sections using complex polygon coordinates.

Each fragment gets progressively stronger blur (0px to 15px) and subtle rotation (-5deg to 5deg) with staggered timing. The incoming video starts with a complementary inverse blur effect (20px to 0px) and scales from 1.1 to 1.0. Iridescent color shifts are added to the shard edges using CSS filters with hue-rotate animations cycling through 0deg to 360deg at different speeds for each shard to simulate light refraction through glass. This preset offers a visually stunning and dynamic transition, ideal for adding a sense of drama and artistry to your videos.

From a technical standpoint, the BaseLayout duration is set to video1.duration + video2.duration - 1.8s. Sixteen div containers are created for the shards, each with unique clip-path polygons covering the full frame when combined. Each shard references the outgoing VideoAtom using object-fit cover and specific object-position values. Staggered animations are applied per shard: blur filter [0-0.8: 0px→15px], opacity [0.5-0.9: 1→0], transform rotate [0-0.6: 0deg→random(-5deg, 5deg)], and hue-rotate [0-1: 0deg→360deg] with different animation speeds (0.5s to 1.5s cycles). The incoming VideoAtom is positioned below with blur [0-0.6: 20px→0px], scale [0-0.8: 1.1→1.0], and brightness [0-0.4: 70%→100%]. CSS custom properties are used for shard coordinates and animation delays. The overlap starts at (video1.duration - 1.8) seconds.

14. Liquid Glass Morph Transition

This transition blends videos through a fluid refractive distortion that ripples across the frame, simulating looking through flowing water or liquid glass with dynamic wave distortions. SVG turbulence filters are applied to both videos: the outgoing video increases turbulence baseFrequency from 0.01 to 0.08, while the incoming decreases from 0.06 to 0.01.

A CSS animation using transform perspective(1000px) rotateY() creates a subtle 3D warp effect, rotating from 0deg to 15deg and back. The incoming video uses a custom wave-shaped clip-path animated with CSS that flows from left to right using a sine wave pattern. Multiple semi-transparent gradient overlays slide at different speeds to enhance the liquid refraction effect, using mix-blend-mode overlay with animated opacity. This transition creates a mesmerizing and fluid visual effect, perfect for adding an artistic touch to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 2.2s overlap and a duration of video1.duration + video2.duration - 2.2s. SVG filter definitions are placed in a defs element with feTurbulence and feDisplacementMap. The outgoing VideoAtom references the #turbulence-out filter with an animated baseFrequency [0-0.9: 0.01→0.08] and opacity [0.7-1: 1→0]. The incoming VideoAtom uses the #turbulence-in filter [0-0.8: 0.06→0.01], a custom clip-path with path() using sine wave coordinates animated via CSS variables, and transform perspective(1000px) rotateY() [0-0.5: 0deg→15deg, 0.5-1: 15deg→0deg]. Three overlay divs are added with linear gradients at angles 45deg, 90deg, and 135deg, translateX animations at different speeds (-100% to 200% over 1s, 1.5s, 2s), mix-blend-mode overlay, and an opacity of 0.3. All animations use cubic-bezier(0.4, 0, 0.2, 1) easing.

15. Holographic Glass Panel Slide Transition

This transition makes videos appear to exist on separate glass layers that slide past each other with refractive distortions at the intersection. The outgoing video slides diagonally while applying a gradient blur that's strongest at the leading edge (0px to 40px blur gradient). The incoming video slides from the opposite diagonal with a complementary blur gradient.

At the intersection zone, a refraction strip effect uses a narrow div with backdrop-filter blur(15px) and a rainbow gradient that shifts colors. Both videos have subtle perspective transforms that make them appear as floating glass panels in 3D space. Edge glow effects are added using box-shadow animations that pulse during the overlap period. This preset creates a modern and visually engaging transition, perfect for adding a futuristic touch to your video edits.

From a technical standpoint, the BaseLayout uses a 1.6s overlap. The outgoing VideoAtom's transform includes translateX(0→-150%) translateY(0→-50%) perspective(2000px) rotateY(0deg→-25deg), a gradient blur using mask-image with linear-gradient and filter blur values, and a box-shadow animation [0-0.8: 0 0 0px→0 0 30px rgba(100,200,255,0.6)]. The incoming VideoAtom's transform includes translateX(150%→0) translateY(50%→0) perspective(2000px) rotateY(25deg→0deg), an inverse gradient blur, and a box-shadow [0.2-1: 0 0 30px→0 0 0px rgba(255,100,200,0.6)]. The refraction strip is positioned absolutely with a width of 150px, a height of 120%, a transform of rotate(-30deg), a background linear-gradient with an animated hue-rotate(0deg→360deg), a backdrop-filter blur(15px), and follows the intersection point using a calculated translateX based on both video positions. The duration is set to video1.duration + video2.duration - 1.6s.

16. Frosted Glass Accordion Fold Transition

This transition makes videos appear printed on glass panels that fold and unfold like an accordion, with increasing blur at the fold lines. Each video is divided into 8 vertical strips that animate with alternating rotateY transforms to create the folding effect. Outgoing video strips fold inward (even strips rotateY(0→90deg), odd strips rotateY(0→-90deg)) while blur increases from 0px to 12px concentrated at fold edges.

Incoming video strips start folded and unfold (reverse rotation) with blur decreasing. A glass texture overlay uses a CSS noise filter and subtle transparency gradients at the fold lines. Dynamic shadows change based on fold angles to enhance the 3D glass panel illusion. This transition provides a unique and visually appealing folding effect, perfect for adding a creative touch to your video edits.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 2s overlap. Eight vertical strip containers are created per video using a width of 12.5% and overflow hidden. Each strip contains a VideoAtom with the object-position adjusted for the strip position. Outgoing strips have staggered animations with a 0.1s delay between strips, transform-origin alternating left/right edges, rotateY animations [0-0.8: 0deg→±90deg], a blur filter focused on edges using mask-image gradients, and opacity [0.6-1: 1→0]. Incoming strips start with rotateY(±90deg), animate to 0deg [0.2-1], and blur [0.2-0.7: 12px→0px]. A box-shadow on each strip animates based on the rotation angle. A glass texture overlay div uses a filter url(#noise) referencing an SVG feTurbulence, with an opacity of 0.15. The duration is set to video1.duration + video2.duration - 2s.

17. Crystalline Prism Wipe Transition

This transition reveals the incoming video through a diagonal prism effect that refracts the image into rainbow spectrums at the wipe edge. The transition moves diagonally from top-left to bottom-right with a 45-degree angled prism edge. The prism effect is created by duplicating the incoming video seven times, each with different hue-rotate values (0deg, 51deg, 102deg, 153deg, 204deg, 255deg, 306deg) and slight horizontal offsets that converge as the wipe progresses.

The outgoing video applies increasing chromatic aberration and blur towards the wipe edge. Clip-path polygons on each spectrum layer expand progressively to create the prismatic reveal. Bright light leak effects are added at the prism edge using animated gradients. This transition offers a visually stunning and colorful effect, ideal for adding a touch of magic and artistry to your videos.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 1.7s overlap. The outgoing VideoAtom has filter animations: a blur [0-0.8: 0px→18px] that's stronger near the wipe edge, and chromatic aberration using RGB channel splits. Seven divs are created for spectrum layers, each referencing the incoming VideoAtom with hue-rotate filters, translateX offsets [0-0.7: -10px to 10px→0px], and clip-path polygon animations expanding along a 45° angle at staggered timings (0.05s delays). A light leak uses an absolutely positioned div with a width of 200px, a transform of rotate(45deg), a background linear-gradient(90deg, transparent, rgba(255,255,255,0.8), transparent), a translateX/translateY animation following the wipe diagonal, and a mix-blend-mode screen. The incoming base video has subtle scale [0-0.8: 0.95→1.0] and brightness [0-0.5: 120%→100%]. The duration is set to video1.duration + video2.duration - 1.7s.

18. Depth-of-Field Glass Transition

This transition simulates videos existing at different focal depths, with the focus shifting between them with realistic lens blur. The outgoing video starts in sharp focus then gradually blurs with a lens blur effect (using multiple layered blurs to simulate bokeh), while the incoming video transitions from extreme blur to sharp focus. Hexagonal bokeh shapes are added for highlights using a CSS clip-path on bright areas.

A subtle focus breathing effect (slight scale changes during focus pull) and chromatic aberration at the edges of the blurred areas enhance the realism. The transition feels like adjusting focus on a camera lens through frosted glass, with a narrow depth of field that shifts between the two layers. This transition provides a smooth and cinematic focus shift effect, perfect for drawing viewers' attention to specific areas of the frame.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 2.5s overlap for a smooth focus pull. The outgoing VideoAtom has a blur filter [0-0.9: 0px→35px] with multiple passes, a scale transform [0-0.7: 1.0→1.02] for focus breathing, and brightness [0.5-0.9: 100%→85%]. The incoming VideoAtom has blur [0-0.8: 40px→0px], scale [0.3-1: 1.03→1.0], and brightness [0-0.5: 80%→100%]. Bokeh highlight extraction duplicates the incoming video in a high-contrast div with a filter contrast(200%) brightness(150%), a clip-path with a hexagon shape, blur(2px), a mix-blend-mode screen, and an opacity animation. Chromatic aberration uses three additional divs with RGB channel isolation and slight position offsets increasing with blur amount. A vignette overlay div uses a radial-gradient, with opacity increasing during the transition. The duration is set to video1.duration + video2.duration - 2.5s.

19. Stained Glass Mosaic Transition

This transition fragments both videos into hexagonal cells that individually blur and shift, revealing the underlying video. A honeycomb grid of 30+ hexagonal segments is created using CSS clip-path, each with independent timing and blur animations. Outgoing video hexagons randomly increase blur (0px to 20px) and slightly separate with small translates, creating gaps that reveal the incoming video.

Each hexagon tints with subtle color variations using hue-rotate to simulate colored glass. The incoming video starts fully blurred and sharpens as hexagons disappear. Light refraction effects are added at hexagon edges using border gradients and inner shadows that animate during the transition. This preset creates a unique and artistic mosaic effect, perfect for adding a touch of elegance and creativity to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 2.3s overlap. Thirty-five hexagon containers are generated with calculated clip-path coordinates for tessellation. Each hexagon references the outgoing VideoAtom with the object-position for the correct segment. Per hexagon animations with random delays (0-0.8s) include blur [0-0.7: 0px→20px], opacity [0.5-0.9: 1→0], transform translate with random x/y (-5px to 5px), and hue-rotate [0-1: 0deg→random(-30deg, 30deg)]. The incoming VideoAtom is positioned below with blur [0-0.6: 25px→0px] and scale [0-0.8: 0.98→1.0]. Each hexagon adds an inset box-shadow animation for edge lighting [0-0.5: inset 0 0 0px→inset 0 0 10px rgba(255,255,255,0.5)]. CSS custom properties are used for hexagon coordinates and animation values. The duration is set to video1.duration + video2.duration - 2.3s.

20. Lens Flare Glass Sweep Transition

This transition features a bright refractive sweep that moves across the frame, heavily distorting and blurring both videos at the sweep point while revealing the new content. The sweep includes multiple optical elements: a primary bright band with extreme blur (50px), secondary rainbow refractions, and hexagonal lens flare artifacts.

As the sweep passes, the outgoing video's area becomes increasingly blurred and desaturated, while the incoming video emerges sharp and vibrant. Authentic lens optics are created by adding multiple flare elements at different distances from the main sweep, each with unique colors and intensities. Anamorphic lens characteristics are included with horizontal stretch on the flares. This transition provides a dramatic and cinematic sweep effect, perfect for adding a professional touch to your video edits.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 1.9s overlap. The sweep container is an absolute div with a width of 300px and a translateX animation [-300px→calc(100% + 300px)]. The main flare uses a gradient background with multiple color stops simulating a light spectrum and a filter blur(3px) with mix-blend-mode screen. Five flare elements are added as child divs with different sizes and positions relative to the main sweep, circular/hexagonal gradients, opacity animations, and a transform scaleX(2) for anamorphic stretch. The outgoing VideoAtom has a dynamic blur based on the sweep position using CSS calc() and custom properties [0-1: 0px→30px after the sweep passes] and a saturation filter [0-1: 100%→20%]. The incoming VideoAtom has a clip-path following the sweep position, a blur before the sweep [25px→0px], and saturation [0%→100%]. Lens dirt is overlaid using a texture at 10% opacity that reveals during the bright sweep. The duration is set to video1.duration + video2.duration - 1.9s.

21. Camera Flash Transition

This preset creates an intense white blowout effect between two video clips, like a camera flash going off. It starts with the first video playing normally, then a pure white overlay rapidly expands from the center outward with a bright burst, completely whiting out the screen momentarily. During the peak white-out moment (overlap period of 0.5 seconds), the transition switches from the outgoing to the incoming video. As the flash fades, the second video is revealed with a subtle afterglow effect.

A white ShapeAtom acts as an overlay, scaling from 0 to 1.5 while fading in to create the flash burst, then fades out to reveal the new video. The outgoing video has a brief exposure boost (brightness filter) right before the flash for added realism. This transition offers a clean and impactful flash effect, perfect for adding emphasis to your video transitions.

From a technical perspective, the BaseLayout container has a duration of video1.duration + video2.duration - 0.5s overlap. The structure includes three layers: the outgoing VideoAtom (z-10), the incoming VideoAtom starting at video1.duration - 0.5s (z-20), and the white ShapeAtom flash overlay (z-30). The flash ShapeAtom uses a scale transform from 0 to 1.5 and an opacity from 0 to 1 to 0. The outgoing video gets a brightness(1.5) filter at the transition start. Generic effects in provider mode target each atom, and the container uses 'relative w-full h-full overflow-hidden' with all atoms positioned 'absolute inset-0'. The flash timing includes a 0.1s fade-in, a 0.2s hold, and a 0.2s fade-out.

22. Stroboscopic Flash Transition

This transition creates multiple rapid white flashes between videos, mimicking a paparazzi camera burst or club strobe light effect. It features 3-5 quick white flashes of varying intensity, with each flash briefly revealing glimpses of the incoming video mixed with the outgoing video. During each flash, a harsh contrast and brightness boost is applied to both videos to simulate overexposure. The flashes have irregular timing to feel more organic and chaotic.

Between flashes, both videos are visible with reduced opacity, creating a double-exposure effect. The final flash is the longest and brightest, fully transitioning to the new video. This transition provides a dynamic and energetic flash effect, perfect for adding a sense of excitement and chaos to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 1.5s overlap period. The structure stacks the outgoing VideoAtom, the incoming VideoAtom (starts at video1.duration - 1.5s), and multiple white ShapeAtom layers for flash effects. Four flash ShapeAtoms are created with staggered timing: flash1 at 0.2s (opacity 0.8), flash2 at 0.5s (opacity 1), flash3 at 0.8s (opacity 0.6), and flash4 at 1.2s (opacity 1, duration 0.3s). Both videos use filter animations: brightness oscillates between 1 and 2, and contrast between 1 and 1.5. During non-flash moments, the outgoing video has an opacity of 0.6, and the incoming has 0.4. Provider mode effects with targetIds are used for each element.

23. Radial Flash Wipe Transition

This transition has a white flash effect originating from a specific point (like a lens hotspot) and expanding outward in a circular motion to reveal the next video. The flash has a softer, more photographic quality with a gradual feathered edge rather than a harsh cutoff. A subtle lens flare effect with light rays emanating from the flash origin point is included.

The outgoing video gradually desaturates and increases in brightness as the flash approaches, while the incoming video starts desaturated and gradually returns to full color as the flash recedes. A slight camera shake effect is added during the peak flash moment for added impact. This transition offers a smooth and visually appealing flash effect, perfect for adding a touch of realism and elegance to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 0.8s overlap. A radial-gradient mask is used on a white ShapeAtom for a soft-edged circular flash (background: radial-gradient(circle, white 40%, transparent 70%)). The flash scales from 0 at the center point to 2.5 to cover the frame. A secondary ShapeAtom is added for lens flare rays using linear gradients. The outgoing video's grayscale filter animates from 0 to 0.8, and brightness from 1 to 1.8. The incoming video's grayscale goes from 0.8 to 0, and brightness from 1.8 to 1. Camera shake is simulated via transform: translate with small random values during 0.1s at the peak flash. All atoms are absolutely positioned, with flash elements z-indexed above the videos.

24. Analog Photography Flash Cube Effect

This transition simulates vintage camera flash bulbs from the 1960s-70s. It includes a warm-tinted flash (slightly yellow/amber instead of pure white) that builds up slowly like an old flash charging, then pops with a bright burst that leaves a lingering afterimage. Film grain and slight vignetting are added during the transition.

The flash has an uneven, organic quality with hotspots and falloff. A subtle mechanical shutter sound visualization is created through a quick black frame before the flash. The incoming video appears slightly overexposed initially, then settles to normal exposure over 0.5 seconds. This transition offers a nostalgic and artistic flash effect, perfect for adding a vintage feel to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 1s overlap period. The layer structure includes a black ShapeAtom for the shutter (0.05s duration), the outgoing VideoAtom with sepia and grain filters, a warm-tinted flash ShapeAtom (background: radial-gradient with #FFF8E7 center), and the incoming VideoAtom. The flash uses an irregular shape via border-radius: 45% 55% 45% 55% for an organic feel. Vignetting is achieved via box-shadow: inset 0 0 100px rgba(0,0,0,0.4). The incoming video starts with brightness(1.4) contrast(0.9) and animates to normal over 0.5s. A noise texture overlay ShapeAtom with mix-blend-mode: overlay adds a grain effect.

25. High-Speed Sports Photography Flash Transition

This transition creates a dramatic freeze-frame effect between action videos, like capturing decisive moments in sports photography. At the transition point, the outgoing video freezes on its last frame while a bright white flash strobes 2-3 times rapidly (like motor drive burst mode). During the strobe sequence, the incoming video is incrementally revealed in steps - 33% visibility after the first flash, 66% after the second, and 100% after the third.

Each flash leaves a slight motion blur trail effect on the transitioning elements. A subtle zoom punch effect synchronized with each flash adds kinetic energy. The overall effect feels like capturing decisive moments in sports photography. This transition provides a dynamic and high-energy flash effect, perfect for adding a sense of action and excitement to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 0.6s overlap. The outgoing VideoAtom uses the endAt property to freeze the last frame during the overlap. Three white ShapeAtom flashes occur at 0.1s, 0.25s, and 0.4s (each 0.05s duration). The incoming video has opacity keyframes: 0, 0.33, 0.66, and 1 synchronized with the flashes. Motion blur is added via filter: blur(2px) during flash peaks. A scale transform on BaseLayout goes from 1 to 1.05 to 1 with each flash for a zoom punch effect, using transform-origin: center for the zoom. Flash atoms use opacity animation with easing-in-out-quad for smooth strobes.

26. Cinematic Anamorphic Lens Flare Flash Transition

Inspired by J.J. Abrams' signature style, this transition includes horizontal lens flare streaks that sweep across the frame, with blue-tinted light artifacts and hexagonal bokeh shapes. It starts with a small bright point that expands into multiple light rays, creating a brief whiteout before revealing the next video. Chromatic aberration effects are added at the edges during the flash peak - splitting RGB channels slightly for a prismatic effect.

The transition feels epic and cinematic, with the incoming video appearing through the dissipating lens flare elements. Subtle film gate shake is added for an authentic camera feel. This transition offers a dramatic and visually stunning flash effect, perfect for adding a cinematic touch to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 1.2s overlap. Multiple ShapeAtom layers include a horizontal flare (linear-gradient blue to white to blue, width 200%, transform: translateX), hexagonal bokeh shapes (clip-path: polygon for hexagon, multiple instances), and a main flash burst (radial-gradient). Chromatic aberration is achieved via separate RGB ShapeAtoms with slight offset transforms and mix-blend-mode: screen. The outgoing video fades to 0.3 opacity during the flash, while the incoming video starts at 0.3 and rises to 1. Film gate shake uses BaseLayout transform with translateY ±2px randomly. Backdrop-filter: blur is used on flare elements for a glow effect.

27. Documentary-Style Handheld Camera Flash Transition

This transition simulates raw, guerrilla filmmaking aesthetics. The flash feels sudden and harsh, like an on-camera flash in a dark environment. Realistic camera operator movement is included - slight shake before the flash as if adjusting position, then a jolt during the flash as if startled by its brightness. The flash blows out highlights completely while leaving shadows crushed, creating high contrast.

A brief auto-exposure adjustment period after the flash normalizes the incoming video's levels. Subtle rolling shutter effect is added during the flash moment for digital camera authenticity. This transition offers a gritty and realistic flash effect, perfect for adding a documentary feel to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 0.4s quick overlap. Handheld shake is simulated via transform: translate with Perlin noise values throughout. The flash ShapeAtom has an instant opacity from 0 to 1 (no fade in), holds for 0.1s, and fades out over 0.3s. During the flash, the outgoing video has a contrast(2) and brightness(1.5), while the incoming video starts with a contrast(0.5) and brightness(0.7) and animates to normal over 0.5s (auto-exposure simulation). Rolling shutter is simulated by splitting the incoming video into 3 horizontal strips (ShapeAtoms with clip-path), each with a 0.02s timing offset. Sharp shadows are added via filter: drop-shadow during the flash peak.

28. Surveillance Camera Flash Transition

This transition mimics security footage switching between cameras with infrared flash illumination. It includes a brief signal interference pattern (scan lines), followed by a harsh monochromatic white flash with a distinctive infrared quality (slightly green-tinted). Digital artifacts like pixel blocking and frame tearing are added during the switch.

A timestamp overlay glitches during the transition. The incoming video has a brief night-vision look (green tint, high contrast) before returning to normal. Subtle CCTV barrel distortion is added to both videos for authenticity. This transition offers a realistic and gritty surveillance camera effect, perfect for adding a security footage feel to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 0.7s overlap. Scan lines are created via a repeating linear-gradient ShapeAtom (background-size: 100% 4px). The flash has a greenish tint (#E8FFE8), and pixel artifacts are created using multiple small ShapeAtoms with random positions and colors. Frame tearing is simulated via clip-path animation on the videos, and the timestamp TextAtom's opacity changes rapidly for a glitch effect. The incoming video has an initial filter: hue-rotate(120deg) saturate(0.5) contrast(1.5) and animates to normal. Barrel distortion is simulated via CSS transform: scale(1.1) and border-radius: 10% on the video containers. A signal noise ShapeAtom uses a CSS noise pattern.

29. Fashion Photography Studio Flash Transition

This transition recreates high-end editorial shooting conditions. The flash has the quality of professional studio strobes - pure, even white light with subtle falloff at edges. Multiple flash heads fire in sequence (key light, fill light, rim light) to create a sophisticated lighting transition.

Each flash reveals different aspects of the incoming video with varying intensities. A subtle mirror/prism effect is added during peak flash for artistic flair. The transition feels elegant and controlled, with perfect timing between flash pops. A brief color grade shift emulates fashion photography post-processing. This transition offers a sophisticated and artistic flash effect, perfect for adding a professional fashion photography touch to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 1s overlap for sophisticated timing. Three flash ShapeAtoms are used: a key light (center, opacity 1), fill light (left side, opacity 0.6), and rim light (right edge, opacity 0.8), fired at 0.2s intervals. Each flash uses different gradient patterns for directional light. A rainbow gradient ShapeAtom with mix-blend-mode: add and an opacity of 0.3 at the peak creates the prism effect. Color grading starts the incoming video with a filter: contrast(1.2) saturate(0.8) for a fashion look and normalizes over 0.5s. A soft vignette uses a radial-gradient overlay, and flash falloff is simulated using feather masks on the ShapeAtom edges.

30. Experimental Double-Exposure Flash Transition

This transition creates a dreamy, artistic blend between two videos. The flash acts as a blend catalyst, causing the two videos to merge and separate in waves. Both videos start at 50% opacity, then pulsing white flashes shift the blend - each flash increases the incoming video's prominence while decreasing the outgoing. Color channel splitting is added during flashes for a psychedelic effect.

Particle-like light spots float across during the transition for an ethereal quality. The final flash is softest but longest, gently completing the transition. Slight time displacement between videos during the overlap creates ghost-like trailing effects. This transition offers an artistic and dreamy flash effect, perfect for adding a creative and experimental touch to your video transitions.

Technically, this transition uses a BaseLayout with a 2s extended overlap for an artistic blend. Both videos start at opacity 0.5. Five soft flash pulses with increasing incoming/decreasing outgoing opacity: 0.5/0.5, 0.6/0.4, 0.7/0.3, 0.85/0.15, and 1/0. RGB channel split uses three duplicate video layers with red/green/blue filters and slight transform offsets during flashes. Particle ShapeAtoms (10-15 small circles) have random positions and float animations. Time displacement is simulated by setting the incoming video's playbackRate to 0.95 during the overlap for slight desync. Mix-blend-modes alternate between screen and overlay on the videos, and soft white ShapeAtom flashes with gaussian blur create a dreamy quality.

Conclusion

These presets offer a wide range of possibilities for creating dynamic text animations and stunning video transitions. Whether you're aiming for smooth elegance, dramatic flair, or a vintage feel, there's a preset here to suit your needs. Experiment with these effects and elevate your video projects to the next level.

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