THE FREE NEWSPAPER EFFECT MAKER

Make words impossible
to ignore.

One word stays perfectly still. The newspaper around it changes in a flash. Create your own text match cut and download a short video in your browser.

✓ No sign-up✓ No watermark✓ No background music✓ No paid API

Make your match cut

Type your words. Choose a focus. Fine-tune the look.

FREE TOOL
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Pick the word that stays locked in the same position.
Canvas size Choose your platform
Browser compatible
Advanced settings ⌄
12 cuts/s
1.3×
0.7×
4 seconds

Ready to create your first match cut.

Private by design: your text and video are processed on your device. No account or paid API required.

LIVE PREVIEW

Your next video starts here.

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HD export • 30 fps • MP4 when available, otherwise WebM

Need a starting point?

Try a phrase. Every animation is generated from fresh, fictional newspaper layouts.

Three steps. One sharp effect.

01

Enter your words.

Type a short hook and choose the word that will remain centered.

02

Make it yours.

Choose paper style, cut speed, video format, and optional sound effects.

03

Preview and export.

Check the animation, then download your video without a watermark.

↗YouTube Shorts

Vertical 9:16 opening effects

◇Instagram Reels

Fast hooks for short-form clips

▣Wide video

16:9 chapter cards and intros

Frequently asked questions

Is it free, and does it add a watermark?

Yes, the editor is free to use and doesn't put a watermark on your exported video.

Is any music added?

No music is included. Optional paper, shutter, film, polaroid, and flash-style sound effects are available. “No sound” is the default.

Do I need an API key or account?

No. The editor draws and records the video in your browser. It doesn't send the text to an AI model or paid video service.

Why might my download be WebM instead of MP4?

Browsers support different encoders. The editor uses MP4/H.264 when your browser can record it, and offers WebM on browsers without MP4 recording support. A WebM file is not renamed to MP4.

Is the newspaper text real reporting?

No. The background layout uses fictional article text solely for the visual effect. It should not be presented as authentic news coverage.

How long does video export take?

Recording happens locally and takes at least as long as the clip, plus a little processing time. High-resolution exports depend on your device's performance.