Good news for anyone who uses Google Photos to manage their cherished memories. After giving its image editor a sleek, redesigned look, Google is now turning its attention to video. The company is reportedly working on new video editing tools for Google Photos. But that’s not all; there are rumors of another much-needed feature on the horizon that could fundamentally change how you manage your cloud storage, offering more control than ever before.
The redesigned video editor is getting a substantial facelift. It aligns seamlessly with Google‘s modern Material 3 Expressive design language. This isn’t just a cosmetic change; it means a larger, clearer video timeline that’s easier to navigate, prominent and intuitive sliders for making precise adjustments, and rounded icons that give the entire interface a cleaner, more inviting feel.
New video editor in development for Google Photos
Beyond these visual improvements, you’ll also spot a more accessible “Export frame” button. This particular addition is incredibly handy, making it super simple to record a high-quality still image from any point in your video. “Export frame” turns your 4K or 8K video capture into a versatile burst mode for stills (spotted by Android Authority).
Beyond the visual refresh, you’ll find some truly useful new features in Google Photos’ video editor. Highlights the option to flip a video with a simple “Mirror” button, a quick fix for those accidental selfie camera mishaps or just for adding a touch of creative flair to your clips.
Even better, Google Photos could soon let you add music directly to your videos. You could previously add soundtracks to “Highlight videos” (those auto-generated collages). But this new option provides granular control. You’ll be able to pick from Google’s own curated library, categorized by mood (like Bright, Chill, or Dramatic), or even use music files stored on your device. What’s more, you’ll have independent volume control for both the original video audio and your chosen soundtrack.
More upcoming features
But the upgrades might extend beyond just editing. Recent code discoveries also suggest Google Photos is working on a feature that lets you back up only your “Favorite” photos and videos to the cloud. This is a game-changer for cloud storage management. Currently, if you enable cloud backup, everything on your device typically goes up. This can quickly consume your allotted space, especially if you have a Google One subscription. So, a more selective backup option would allow you to save precious cloud storage.
It’s noteworthy that these features are still in development for the app and haven’t been officially announced by Google. But once available, they aim to be extremely useful.
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