How to speed up or slow down a video on Windows 11?

You can use the open-source video editing software Shotcut. It allows you to freely adjust the playback speed of video files on your computer, enabling slow-motion playback.

How to Slow Down a Video

Step 1: Launch the software.

Step 2: Import the target video file.

Step 3: Drag and drop the imported video onto the editing timeline.

Step 4: Select the video clip and open the Filters panel.

Step 5: Add the Speed filter.

Step 6: Adjust the playback speed to a value between 0.1x and 10x.

Once you’ve finished adjusting the settings, export the video.

The tool offers a convenient playback speed adjustment feature that can be used how to slow down a video. It is ideal for content creators who need precise control over video playback speed during the video production process.

ps

• Excessive slow-motion effects can cause the video to stutter; using source footage with a high frame rate will result in a smoother effect.
• By default, the audio pitch changes along with the video speed; you can separate the audio for individual processing.
• Applying extreme slow-motion settings will result in longer render times.