Effects

Add Shapes to Video — Rectangles, Circles & Stars

Highlight areas or add decorative shapes to your video. Rectangles, circles, polygons, and stars with custom colors and positions.

  • Multiple shape types
  • Custom fill colors
  • Drag-and-drop positioning

Add Shape

Upload a video to get started instantly

See it in action

Preview how the add shape tool works before you upload your own video. The interface is fast, simple, and runs entirely in your browser.

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What you can do with this tool

Real ways creators, marketers, and teams use it every day.

Highlight UI elements

Draw a rectangle around a button or feature in a screen recording.

Annotate tutorials

Use arrows, circles, or stars to guide viewers through steps.

Decorative accents

Add stars or shapes for intro cards and social posts.

How it works

Three simple steps. No signup, no installer, no waiting.

1

Upload your video

Open your clip in the browser.

2

Pick a shape

Choose a rectangle, circle, polygon, or star.

3

Style and export

Set the color, position, and download the result.

Features you'll love

Everything is built for speed, privacy, and zero friction.

Shape variety

Rectangles, circles, polygons, and stars.

Custom colors

Match shapes to your brand or message.

Precise positioning

Drag to place shapes exactly where you want.

Layer with text

Combine shapes and text for richer annotations.

Why creators choose us

We focus on privacy, speed, and simplicity — not upsells.

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Works in browser
Files stay on device
Free with no watermark
No install needed
Export up to 4KSometimes

Shapes are a simple but powerful way to annotate videos. Use them to highlight parts of the screen, create diagrams, or add playful visual elements.

Like every tool here, shape overlays are rendered in your browser so your footage stays private.

Frequently asked questions

What shapes are available?

Rectangles, circles, polygons, and stars.

Can shapes be animated?

Yes. Shapes support fade animations like text and image layers.

Can I resize shapes?

Yes. Drag handles to resize after placing them.

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