Taking Your iPhone Videos to the Dark Side: A Hilariously Handy Guide to Black and White
Let's face it, folks, the world can be a bit too colorful sometimes. Maybe your cat's fur seems to defy the laws of physics with its neon stripes, or perhaps your in-laws' living room wallpaper is giving your retinas a workout. Fear not, dramatic videographers (or just anyone who wants a cool effect), because this guide will turn your iPhone videos from technicolor yawn-fest to black and white masterpiece (or messypiece, but hey, that's art, baby!).
There's No "Black and White" Button? Say WHAT?
Yes, you read that right. Apple, in all its infinite wisdom, decided to hide the black and white magic like a secret handshake for cool video editors. But worry not, my friend, for we shall delve into the depths of your iPhone and unearth this buried treasure!
Here are the two main ways to achieve black and white glory:
The Filter Force Awakens: This method involves using some pre-made filters that Apple has helpfully provided. We'll get to those in a sec.
The Manual Maestro: Feeling a bit more adventurous? You can also convert a video to black and white yourself by playing with the colors (don't worry, it's easier than it sounds).
Filter Frenzy: Finding Your Black and White BFF
Open the Photos app and find the video you want to convert. Hit the "Edit" button, and then unleash your inner Jedi master with the three circles icon (because apparently, editing is a force-sensitive power). Now, swipe left until you see a little rectangle with squares in it - that's your filter friend! Here are your black and white options:
- Mono: This is your classic black and white, perfect for that timeless, dramatic effect.
- Silvertone: Feeling fancy? Silvertone adds a touch of warmth to your black and white, making it great for portraits or nostalgic scenes.
- Noir: Ever wanted your video to look like a detective film from the 1940s? Noir's your guy (or gal, no discrimination here).
Just play around and see which filter speaks to your artistic soul.
Manual Mode: Becoming a Black and White Sorcerer
For those who crave more control, you can also use the manual editing tools. Here's the magic trick:
- Hit "Edit" on your chosen video, then tap the dial icon.
- Swipe through the options until you find "Saturation."
- Slide that bad boy all the way to the left. POOF! Black and white magic!
Warning: With great power comes great responsibility. Be careful not to go overboard with the desaturation, or you might accidentally turn your video into a blurry mess. Nobody wants that.
So You've Gone Black and White... Now What?
Well, now you have a cool black and white video to share with the world (or not, we won't judge). You can post it on social media, use it in your next award-winning (hopefully) film, or just admire your newfound editing prowess.
Remember: Black and white can add a whole new layer of emotion and atmosphere to your videos. So get creative, have fun, and don't be afraid to experiment!
Black and White iPhone Video FAQs:
Q: How to make a video black and white while filming?
A: Unfortunately, there's no built-in black and white filter while filming on iPhone. But you can always edit it later using the methods above!
Q: How to change the black and white filter after editing?
A: No worries! Just go back into edit mode and select a different filter from the options.
Q: How to save the black and white video as a separate file?
A: Once you're happy with your edit, tap "Done" and then choose "Save as New Video."
Q: How to make a black and white video with music?
A: This is where it gets fancy! You can use third-party editing apps that allow you to add music to your videos.
Q: How to turn a black and white video back to color?
A: Easy! Just follow the same editing steps, but this time, slide the "Saturation" bar back to the right. Voila! Instant color explosion.
