Quiz: Which Video Editing App Should You Use?

6 Questions to Ask Yourself, Beginner to Advanced

Emily Olson
3 min readApr 3, 2024

Wondering which video editing app fits your creative flow perfectly?

With so many options out there, it can be a maze to navigate through features, platforms, and capabilities!

Let’s simplify the process with a quick quiz tailored to match you with your ideal video editing software!

  1. What is your experience level with video editing?
    a) Beginner
    b) Intermediate
    c) Advanced
  2. What type of editing projects are you primarily interested in?
    a) Creating videos for social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram)
    b) Creating content for YouTube, professional film or broadcast editing
  3. How important is cost to you?
    a) I prefer free or budget-friendly options
    b) I’m willing to invest in paid software
  4. Are you interested in editing videos on the go?
    a) Yes, I want to edit on my phone, iPad or mobile device
    b) No, I prefer a desktop editing experience
  5. How important is a wide range of templates, effects, transitions, and plugins to you?
    a) Very important, I want access to a diverse library of creative options
    b) Not important, I prefer a more streamlined editing experience
  6. Are you looking for a user-friendly interface and intuitive workflow?
    a) Yes, I prefer software that is easy to learn and use
    b) No, I’m comfortable with more complex interfaces

After completing the quiz, tally up your responses (the number of a’s and b’s) and refer to the following key to determine the recommended editing software:

🔑 Key to Your Ideal Video Editing Software:

If you have mostly ‘a’s:

  • iOS Users: For those who prioritize mobility and a wide range of creative tools, LumaFusion is your go-to for powerful editing on iOS devices and CapCut is a great choice if you love lots of done-for-you templates & auto-captioning! For advanced users with access to an iPad, Final Cut Pro has recently expanded its availability, offering professional-grade editing on the go.
  • Android Users: CapCut offers a robust and user-friendly editing experience, perfect for creating engaging content directly from your phone.

If you have mostly ‘b’s:

For Beginner to Intermediate Level:

  • macOS: iMovie provides a free, intuitive platform for those new to video editing or working on basic projects!
  • Windows: DaVinci Resolve offers a comprehensive free version that’s well-suited for those looking to delve into more complex editing without the initial investment, making it ideal for both beginner and intermediate editors.

For Advanced Level:

  • macOS: Final Cut Pro remains my top recommendation for its powerful features and intuitive interface! It’s easy to learn, and easy to use.
  • Windows: Choose between DaVinci Resolve for its exceptional color grading and visual effects capabilities or Adobe Premiere Pro for industry-standard editing features (and new AI capabilities.)

Ready to take your video editing to the next level? 🎬

Elevate your editing skills by joining me for free monthly video editing tutorials on YouTube, where I share the secrets that set great editors apart!

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