Templates · Beginner tutorial 2026
How to Use InVideo
InVideo is a templates tool built for Marketing agencies and SMBs. This step-by-step tutorial walks you through setup and your first project — no prior editing experience required. You can follow along free (Free plan).
InVideo tutorial: step by step
Select template
Head to the InVideo site and start with the free option (Free plan). Once you are in, select template — this is where most of your creative decisions begin, so take a moment to explore the interface before diving in.
Customize copy
Next, customize copy. Lean on Script assistant to speed this up. Small adjustments here have the biggest impact on how professional your final video looks.
Export
Finally, export. InVideo handles the heavy lifting here, but always preview the result before you publish so the pacing, captions, and audio line up. This is the stage where InVideo shines for marketing agencies.
Tips to get more out of InVideo
- • Use 5,000+ templates to work faster — it's one of the reasons InVideo is rated 4.1/5.
- • Use Script assistant to work faster — it's one of the reasons InVideo is rated 4.1/5.
- • Use Stock library to work faster — it's one of the reasons InVideo is rated 4.1/5.
Common mistakes to avoid
- • Templates can feel generic
- • Long renders
Works with your stack
InVideo integrates with Getty Images, Storyblocks, Dropbox — handy when you are stitching it into an existing faceless YouTube or short-form pipeline.
Ready to try InVideo?
InVideo AI is a solid choice if you want to describe a video and have the tool assemble a complete first draft, then tweak it conversationally. It's especially handy for marketers and faceless creators producing volume without editing chops. The downsides are generic stock visuals, an AI voice that trails dedicated TTS tools like ElevenLabs, and weekly minute caps that push you toward higher tiers. For hands-off, prompt-to-video output it's genuinely useful; for cinematic or highly branded work, a manual editor gives more control.
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InVideo tutorial FAQ
Is InVideo hard to learn?
No. Most people create their first templates project within an hour. InVideo is best for Marketing agencies and SMBs, and the 3-step workflow above covers everything you need to get started.
Do I need editing experience to use InVideo?
Not really. InVideo (and its InVideo AI mode) turns a text prompt or script into a full video complete with stock footage, AI voiceover, captions, and background music, then lets you refine it with plain-English editing commands like 'make the intro shorter.' It also offers a large template library for social posts, ads, and YouTube content. The free plan includes weekly export minutes with an InVideo watermark, while paid Plus and Max plans start around $20–48/mo (billed annually) with more AI minutes and premium stock. It's aimed at fast, prompt-driven video creation for marketers and faceless creators. The interface is built so beginners can produce a finished video without prior editing skills, though features like 5,000+ templates reward a little practice.
Is there a free way to try InVideo?
Yes — Free plan. That's more than enough to follow this tutorial end-to-end before deciding whether to upgrade. See the full InVideo pricing for paid tier details.
What can I make with InVideo?
InVideo is designed for Marketing agencies, SMBs, Campaign launches. It integrates with Getty Images, Storyblocks, Dropbox, so it slots neatly into most faceless YouTube and short-form workflows.