In the lower-right of the Project panel, select New Item icon and then choose Transparent Video.
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Create a transparent video clip
Last updated on
Apr 2, 2026
Learn to use an empty video layer in Adobe Premiere to apply alpha-based effects without hiding the video beneath it.
Transparent video is a synthetic clip, like Black Video, Bars and Tone, or Color Matte. It's useful when you want to apply an effect that generates its image while preserving transparency, such as the Timecode or Lightning effect. Think of transparent video as a clear matte that lets you apply effects without blocking the layers beneath.
In the New Transparent Video dialog box, adjust the Width, Height, Timebase, and Pixel Aspect Ratio to match these settings for the sequence in which you'll use the transparent video.
Select OK.
Drag the transparent video clip from the Project panel to the highest track in your sequence, stretch it as needed, and apply an effect.
Note
Transparent video only supports effects like Checkerboard and Grid, which interact with the alpha channel. However, some third-party lens flares and other effects, including an alpha channel, work well with transparent video.
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