How to add a progress bar to a video
- 1
Drop your video
The bar appears on the live preview.
- 2
Pick the position
Top or bottom edge.
- 3
Style it
Choose a colour and a thickness from 0.4% to 3%.
- 4
Export
The bar fills smoothly from start to finish.
Popular ways to use it
Retention for Reels
Viewers stay longer when they can see how much is left.
Short lessons
Show progress through a 60-second tip.
Ads
A branded bar makes short ads feel shorter.
Audiograms
Pair with a still image and music for podcast clips.
Tips for the best result
- Top position avoids the captions and buttons apps put at the bottom.
- Use your brand colour — it doubles as a subtle brand mark.
- 1–1.5% thickness is visible on phones without being distracting.
Progress bar — FAQ
Does the bar show on every platform?
Yes — it is drawn into the video itself, so it appears everywhere the video is played.
Can I match my brand colour?
Pick any colour with the colour picker.
Does the bar match the video length exactly?
Yes — it is drawn frame by frame and reaches the end on the last frame.
Can I use it with a split video?
Yes, but the bar covers the whole video, not each part.
Can I change the track colour?
The track is a soft translucent white that works on any footage.