Descript’s New Editor Layout (what is Underlord??)

Meredith Marsh
30 May 202407:48

TLDRDescript has introduced a new editor layout with a revamped sidebar, including a section called 'Underlord' that houses AI features. Meredith, the host, walks viewers through the updated interface, highlighting new elements like the 'Learn Descript' section, improved file and composition management, and AI functionalities such as 'remove retakes' and 'find highlights'. She also mentions a free Descript video editing cheat sheet for beginners.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Descript has introduced a new editor layout with a significant update.
  • 📚 The 'Underlord' section, despite its name, contains a variety of new and useful AI features.
  • 🔍 The new layout includes a sidebar with multiple sections such as Files, Properties, Comments, Record, Layouts, Media, Music, and Elements.
  • 🎥 'Learn Descript' is a new feature that helps users understand changes and new features in the editor.
  • 🔄 The old top buttons have been replaced with a sidebar for easier access and visibility.
  • 🎨 'Layouts' is the new term for what was previously known as 'templates', allowing users to save custom arrangements.
  • 📚 'Media' and 'Music' sections provide access to royalty-free stock media and sound resources.
  • 🎤 'Elements' section allows for adding text, shapes, and other visual components to the video.
  • 👀 'Captions' section enables live captioning and customization of caption appearance.
  • 🤖 The 'Underlord' houses AI functions such as 'remove retakes', 'find highlights', and 'generate an image'.
  • 📈 Creator Meredith offers a free Descript video editing cheat sheet that aligns with the new version of Descript.

Q & A

  • What major change has Descript undergone recently?

    -Descript has recently undergone a makeover, introducing a new editor layout with a revamped user interface and additional features.

  • What is the name of the new menu feature on the right-hand sidebar in Descript's new layout?

    -The new menu feature on the right-hand sidebar is called 'Underlord', which contains various AI functions and features.

  • How can users access the new layout in Descript if they haven't seen it yet?

    -Users who haven't seen the new layout can access it by going to their settings and scrolling down under the 'Labs' section.

  • What is the purpose of the 'Learn, Descript' section in the new editor?

    -The 'Learn, Descript' section is designed to help users understand the changes and new features in Descript, providing video tutorials for guidance.

  • How has the organization of features changed in the new Descript editor compared to the old version?

    -In the new editor, features that were previously accessible through top buttons are now organized in a sidebar area, making them more visible and easier to access.

  • What is the role of the 'Property' sidebar in the new Descript layout?

    -The 'Property' sidebar allows users to change settings such as volume, add effects and animations, and adjust layout properties like zoom and corner rounding for the elements in their project.

  • What is the difference between 'Layouts' and 'Templates' in Descript's terminology?

    -In the new Descript layout, 'Templates' have been renamed to 'Layouts'. They are used to create and save arrangements of text, images, and other elements for reuse in video editing.

  • What new AI features can be found under the 'Underlord' section in Descript's new layout?

    -The 'Underlord' section includes new AI features such as 'Remove Retakes', 'Find Highlights', 'Eye Contact AI', 'Green Screen', 'Automatic Multicam', and 'Generate an Image'.

  • How can users get access to stock media and music in the new Descript editor?

    -Users can access stock media and music through the 'Media' and 'Music' sections in the sidebar, which offer royalty-free options for video and audio elements.

  • What is the 'Cheat Sheet' mentioned by the speaker and how can it be obtained?

    -The 'Cheat Sheet' is a one-page guide created by the speaker that covers the basic steps for video editing in Descript. It is a free download and can be obtained through the link provided in the description.

  • What does the 'Captions' section in the new layout allow users to do?

    -The 'Captions' section allows users to add live captions to their videos, following along with the script, and customize the appearance of the captions through the 'Properties'.

Outlines

00:00

🎨 Descript's New Layout Features

Meredith introduces the new layout features of Descript, highlighting the updated user interface and the addition of a right-hand sidebar menu. She mentions the 'Underlord' section, which contains AI features, and guides viewers on how to access the new layout through settings. The summary also touches on the 'Learn, Descript' section, which helps users understand changes and new features. Meredith provides a brief overview of the old layout and explains the new elements in the sidebar, including files, properties, comments, and the record section.

05:01

📚 Descript's AI and Media Management

This paragraph delves into the AI functions and media management capabilities of Descript. Meredith discusses the 'Underlord' section, emphasizing the AI options and new features like 'remove retakes' and 'find highlights'. She also explains the organization of layouts, media, music, and files, including the process of uploading and using royalty-free stock media and music. The paragraph concludes with a mention of a Descript video editing cheat sheet created by Meredith, which is available for download and updated for the new version of Descript.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Descript

Descript is a software platform that provides audio and video editing tools. In the context of the video, Descript has undergone a significant update to its user interface, which is the main focus of the video script. The term is used to refer to the software and its features throughout the transcript.

💡Underlord

Underlord is the name given to a new feature within Descript's updated layout, which houses various AI functions and tools. The name is humorously criticized in the script for being unconventional, yet the content it contains is described as 'really cool', indicating it is a central aspect of the new layout.

💡Editor Layout

The term 'editor layout' refers to the arrangement and design of the user interface in Descript's editing tool. The script discusses the changes made to this layout, emphasizing the new sidebar elements and their functions, which are crucial for understanding the updated user experience.

💡AI Features

AI Features denote the artificial intelligence capabilities within Descript that assist in editing processes such as 'shorten word gaps', 'remove filler words', and 'remove retakes'. The script highlights these features as significant improvements in the new layout, showcasing the advanced capabilities of the software.

💡Labs

In the script, 'Labs' refers to a section within Descript's settings where users can access and experiment with new and experimental features. It is mentioned as a way for users to opt into the new layout if they haven't already been switched over.

💡Learn Descript

Learn Descript is a new section in the updated editor that provides tutorials and videos to help users understand the changes and new features. It is appreciated in the script for its usefulness in navigating the updated interface.

💡Templates

Templates in Descript refer to pre-designed layouts that users can apply to their video projects. The script mentions that these are now called 'layouts' in the new version, indicating a shift in terminology but not necessarily in functionality.

💡Stock Media

Stock media is a collection of royalty-free assets such as videos, images, stickers, and backgrounds available for use within Descript. The script describes the new sidebar section dedicated to accessing this media, emphasizing the ease of finding and incorporating these elements into projects.

💡Music

The term 'music' in the script refers to royalty-free music tracks available within Descript for users to add to their videos. It is part of the updated sidebar, allowing users to easily find and include music to enhance their video projects.

💡Elements

Elements in the context of the script are the basic components that users can add to their videos, such as text, shapes, and other visual or textual components. The new sidebar makes these elements more accessible and visible to the user.

💡Captions

Captions are the text overlays that appear on a video, often to provide a transcription or translation of the spoken content. The script discusses how the new layout has improved the accessibility of captions, allowing for easier customization and application.

Highlights

Descript has introduced a new editor layout with a makeover.

A new feature called 'Underlord' has been added to the editor.

Underlord contains AI functions and features.

Descript's new layout includes a 'Learn Descript' section for users to understand changes.

The top buttons in the old version have been replaced with a sidebar in the new layout.

Files, compositions, and different project files are now organized in the sidebar.

The property sidebar allows for adjustments such as volume and effects.

Comments have been given their own section in the new layout.

The record section remains similar but has been moved to the sidebar.

Descript offers a video editing cheat sheet covering basic steps for the new version.

Layouts, previously known as templates, have been moved to a sidebar for easier access.

Media sidebar includes stock media assumed to be royalty-free.

Music sidebar provides royalty-free music presumed to be available for use.

Elements sidebar allows for adding text, shapes, and other elements to the video.

Captions sidebar provides live captions and customization options.

Underlord includes new AI features like 'remove retakes' and 'find highlights'.

Descript's AI features are now more visible and accessible under the Underlord.

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