How to add a custom watermark to clips created in SnapStream

Question:

How do I add a custom watermark to a clip that I created using SnapStream?

Answer:

A SnapStream Administrator must create a custom watermark configuration if one is not already in place.  To set up a watermark configuration, adhere to the instructions provided below.

1. Log into the SnapStream WebUI as an administrator, then navigate to Admin (located at the top of the page) > Transcoding (found under Settings on the left).
   NOTE:  If you are unable to locate this page, please reach out to your SnapStream Administrator.
2. Click on the Configure Watermarks button at the bottom of the page.
   1. Select the Add Watermark button, and upload the image file you wish to utilize as a watermark.  There are no limitations on the image you upload, but it will be automatically adjusted to a maximum width/height of 900px while maintaining the original aspect ratio. We recommend that your image file be in PNG format and not exceed 900px on its longest side.
3. Set the fields below to your liking, and click the Save button.
   
   
   • Watermark Name:  A friendly name for easily identification.
   • Grant Access to:  What SnapStream users will have permission to view and use this watermark.
   • Watermark Alpha:  This adjusts the transparency level of the watermark.
   • Upload Watermark Position:  Specifies what corner you want the watermark to appear in.

If your SnapStream system has a watermark set up for your use, you can incorporate a watermark while creating your clip by adhering to the instructions provided below.

1. Play the content and set your clipping start and end points as you typically do.
2. Select the scissors icon, then opt for the Clip and Transform option.
3. Choose the watermark you wish to include.
   NOTE:  If a Watermark field is not visible, you'll need to create a Watermark configuration in SnapStream.
4. Press the Clip button.
   

If your SnapStream system already has a watermark configured for you to use, you can add a watermark to a clip that has already been created by following the instructions below.

1. Log into the SnapStream WebUI and select the clips you wish to apply a watermark to in the Library.
2. Press the More Actions button > ShowSqueeze.
3. Pick the Watermark you want to use, and then click the Submit button.
   

Additional Notes:

If you don't see a Watermark option, contact a SnapStream Administrator to have a watermark configured for use.

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