Nothing helps grab viewers’ attention like motion graphics. They’re your secret weapon to keep people hooked on your content. Whether its overlays, transitions, titles, buttons, LUTs or trending animations, Uppbeat’s motion graphics library is the place to go for everything you need to create standout content.
This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about Uppbeat’s motion graphics library. You’ll find out what comes with each download, how to use different types of assets, and learn the motion graphics lingo you’re likely to come across. Jump in and see how Uppbeat’s motion graphics can take your videos to the next level.
- What you’ll find inside a motion graphics download
- How to use different types of motion graphics
- Troubleshooting and tips
- Motion graphics terms explained
What do you get inside a motion graphics download?
So you’ve downloaded a motion asset from Uppbeat – what happens next? Typically your asset will come as a .zip file containing the elements below:
🎨 Assets folder – Where you’ll find one of the below:
MOGRT files – Motion graphics templates for Adobe Premiere Pro, designed for easy customization.
Project files – Editable templates for Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve.
Drag and drop files – Pre-rendered .mov or .mp4 files that can be used in any editing software.
📁 Support Folder – Which contains all the information you need:
Media Links – Any required fonts, music, or sound effects used in the preview.
Tutorial – A quick video or PDF guide to help you get started.
Preview Image – A reference showing what the final design looks like.
If you’re downloading a single drag and drop video file, there’s no need to extract anything – just import it straight into your project.
How to use Uppbeat’s motion graphics
Some assets are ready to go right away, while others give you more options. That’s because each motion graphics file type is optimized for different levels of editing control. Here’s how to use them:
🎬 Drag and drop assets (for any editing software)
These ready-to-use motion graphics come as .mov or .mp4 files, so you can easily layer them over your footage. Some are labeled “On Alpha”, meaning they have a transparent background for seamless integration.
💡 How to Use:
- Import the file into your editing software (Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, etc.).
- If the file is On Alpha, simply layer it over your video.
- If the file has a solid background, use blending modes – Screen for black backgrounds or Multiply for white backgrounds.
✅ Best for: Overlays, transitions, lower thirds, and animated elements that don’t require customization.
📌 MOGRT Files (Motion graphics templates for Premiere Pro)
MOGRT files are designed for quick, customizable animations in Adobe Premiere Pro. They allow you to easily change text, colors, and other elements without needing a full project file.
💡 How to Use:
- Open Premiere Pro and navigate to Window > Graphics Templates.
- Drag your MOGRT file into the Essential Graphics (Graphics Templates) panel.
- Drop the template onto your timeline.
- Use the Essential Graphics (Graphics Templates) panel to customize text, colors, and other elements.
✅ Best for: Titles, lower thirds, and animated callouts with editable text.
🎞️ Premiere Pro templates (.PRPROJ)
For more advanced customization, Premiere Pro project files (.prproj) allow you to edit animations, transitions, and effects at a deeper level.
💡 How to Use:
- Unzip your download and locate the .prproj file.
- Open Premiere Pro and load the project.
- Replace placeholder media, tweak animations, and adjust effects.
- Export your project using Premiere Pro’s export settings.
✅ Best for: Creators who want more control over animated elements in Premiere Pro.
🎥 After Effects templates (.AEP)
After Effects project files offer the most flexibility for customizing animations, motion graphics, and effects.
💡 How to Use:
- Open After Effects and load the .aep file.
- Replace placeholder text, images, or footage with your content.
- Adjust effects, transitions, and keyframes as needed.
- Render your final output using After Effects’ export settings.
✅ Best for: Complex animations, advanced motion design, and cinematic effects.
🎞️ DaVinci Resolve templates (.DRFX / .DRP)
DaVinci Resolve users can import, edit, and customize motion graphics using Fusion or the Edit tab.
💡 How to Use:
- Unzip your download and locate the .drfx or .drp file.
- Open DaVinci Resolve and import the file into your project.
- Customize text, media, and colors within the Fusion or Edit tabs.
- Export your final project using DaVinci Resolve’s rendering tools.
✅ Best for: High-end color grading and professional-quality video edits.
Motion graphics troubleshooting and tips
Are you missing media?
If your project is showing missing media files, here’s how to relink them:
- Premiere Pro: Right-click missing media, select “Link Media” and locate the correct file.
- After Effects: Right-click missing footage, select “Replace Footage” and locate the correct file.
- DaVinci Resolve: Right-click the missing clip, select “Relink Selected Clips” and locate the file.
🔄 Ensure Compatibility
Always use the latest version of your editing software for full compatibility and smooth performance. If you’re having trouble using assets in your edits, remember to check whether you need to update your software.
Motion graphics terms explained
Understanding motion graphics terminology will help you make the most of Uppbeat’s motion graphics library and streamline your video editing process. Here’s a breakdown of the key terms you’re likely to come across:
🎞️ Alpha channel – An asset with a transparent background, allowing you to place this easily over footage and graphics.
📌 Backgrounds – Static or animated visuals that sit behind the main content in a video, helping set the tone and aesthetic.
🔄 Blending modes – These adjust how a graphic or video interacts with layers beneath it, and also help remove solid white or black backgrounds (e.g., Screen, Multiply, Overlay).
🎥 Buttons – Animated elements you can use to encourage interaction, like play buttons, subscribe buttons, or call-to-action graphics.
🎭 Characters and objects – Animated figures or items that can be added to your videos to make footage more engaging and support your storytelling.
🎨 Color and LUTs (Look-Up Tables) – Preset color grading effects are used to enhance video footage with a specific look or style.
🎞️ Infographics – Visually engaging graphics that display data, statistics, or key points in an easy-to-digest format.
📌 Intros – Animated openers to use at the beginning of videos to establish branding and grab your audience’s attention.
🔄 Keyframes – The exact moments in an animation where motion, size, or effects change over time, allowing you to customise transition lengths and movements.
🎥 Logos – Animated logo templates and animations that can represent your channel or brand, often used in intros, outros, or watermarks.
🎭 Lower thirds – Text graphics that’ll display in the lower part of the screen, often used for names, titles, or captions.
🔄 MOGRT (Motion Graphics Template) – A pre-built animation file for Adobe Premiere Pro, allowing for easy text, color, and effect customizations without complex editing.
📌 Notifications and pop-ups – Animated alerts or messages that appear on screen, often used to highlight new subscribers, comments, or announcements.
🔄 Overlays – Semi-transparent graphics you can place on top of footage to add visual interest without completely obstructing the background.
🎭 Placeholder media – Temporary images, videos, or text in a template that you replace with your own content.
🎨 Pre-rendered – A motion graphics file that is already processed and ready to use without further editing.
🎥 Reactions – Animated expressions, GIF-like graphics, or motion effects used to add humor, engagement, or emphasis to a video.
📁 Shapes and doodles – Hand-drawn or geometric elements that can be used in your edits for decoration, emphasis, or creative effects.
📌 Slideshows – Animated sequences that transition through multiple images or clips, often used for presentations or photo compilations.
🔄 Text and type – Animated typography and text effects designed to enhance storytelling and engagement.
🎥 Titles – On-screen text that introduces topics, sections, or key moments in a video, often stylized with motion effects.
📌 Transitions – Motion effects used to smoothly move from one scene to another (e.g., fades, wipes, zooms).
🎭 VFX (Visual Effects) – Digital enhancements or effects used to modify your footage, add special effects. Includes realistic, life-like elements (like explosions, fire, smoke, rain etc.).
📌 Subscribe buttons – Animated prompts that encourage viewers to subscribe to your channel, often styled as clickable call-to-actions.
Elevate your edits with Uppbeat’s motion graphics
Uppbeat’s motion graphics library gives you the tools to turn any edit into attention-grabbing content with a professional touch. Simply browse for the animations you’re after, hit download and add some motion graphics magic to your next video.
Make a stand-out YouTube intro, add eye-catching elements to your social media clips, or put together a show-stopping presentation. Unleash your creativity and explore Uppbeat’s motion graphics library today!
