Video editing in Microsoft Photos - the new Windows Movie Maker, perhaps?

I am so pleased to know about the Windows 10 Microsoft Photos app. I am hoping it is the replacement for Windows Movie Maker (How I loved that program and have missed it immensely). Tonight I am getting myself knowledgeable about the program.

How do you open Microsoft Photos?

First, download Microsoft Photos from the Microsoft Store (http://bit.ly/2ED4dr1) . It is free. Then go to the Start button (the Windows icon in the left corner) and download the app.  After that look in the alphabetical list of apps on your computer, find Microsoft Photos and open it.

Import photos and videos
The app gathers photos from your PC, phone, and other devices, and puts them in one place, where you can more easily find what you’re looking for.

Here is a good tip. One of the simplest ways to copy all your photos and videos to one place in the Photos app is to set up automatic upload to OneDrive from your mobile device. (Install the OneDrive app on your iOS or Android device, and turn on Camera Upload in the settings. The latest photos and videos that you take will automatically start uploading. Once uploaded, they’ll automatically appear in the Photos app on your PC.)

You can import photos and videos you have stored on a camera’s SD card, a USB drive, or on another device.
a) Use a USB cable to connect your device to the PC.
b) Select the Start button, then select Photos.
c) Select Import and follow the instructions. The app automatically selects items you haven't imported before, or you can choose what to import.

Then start editing.

Here are some videos on the process.

1. The Overview
Microsoft Photos brings together photos and videos taken with your phone into a video with a soundtrack, theme, and cinematic transitions.You can then enjoy and share as-is, remix it with just a click, or edit it yourself, adding 3D objects, drawing with Windows Ink, and choosing a hero for your story.
 

2. Importing Footage and Starting a New Project
Learn how to import photos and videos from a phone or camera and start a new video project. Microsoft Photos is designed to inspire educators and students to easily create and tell stories using photos, videos, music, and 3D effects.



3. Sequencing and Trimming
Learn how to do basic edits like sequencing content and trimming video clips to build the narrative of your project.




4. Narration and Music
Learn how to add music and narration to your video project to tie everything together. Microsoft Photos is designed to inspire educators and students to easily create and tell stories using photos, videos, music, and 3D effects.




5. Titles and Text
Learn how to add titles, captions, and credits to your video project.



6. Add 3D objects and effects
Learn how to add 3D objects and special effects to unleash your students' creativity and capture their imagination.



Now to get started with this program. It looks amazing!