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What is the lower third?
The lower third is an element placed in the lower section of the video frame so it doesn’t get in the way of the main video. Names, titles, or subtitles are common lower third elements.
Why is it called a lower third?
It's called a lower third because the graphic or text appears within the lower one-third section of the screen.
What is the rule of lower thirds?
The rule is to position the text or graphics in only the bottom third of the screen so the rest of the video remains unobstructed.
How long should lower thirds last?
Typically, lower thirds should remain visible for 3 to 7 seconds so viewers have enough time to absorb the information.
How to add lower thirds on Riverside
- Log in to your Riverside account
- Go to your studio
- On the studio's right-side menu, click "Text" to open the Text side panel.
- In the text field, type up to 200 characters that you want to display in the lower third.
- To include a link, click the link icon next to the text box and enter the URL. This will make the text banner clickable when displayed.
- Change the size and color of the text. You can also change the font style to match your branding or video theme.
- Choose how long you want the lower third to be visible. You can set a timer (5, 10, or 15 seconds) or select "No Timer" if you want it to remain on the screen until you manually hide it.
