---
title: ToolRouter — Agent Use Case Guide
description: Step-by-step guide for completing a task with a specific AI agent using ToolRouter.
url: https://toolrouter.com/tools/video-editor/use-cases/add-transition-effects/claude
---
# How to Add Transition Effects with Claude

Claude applies transition effects through conversational editing in your terminal. Specify different transition types for each cut point, adjust durations through dialogue, and preview the overall flow before final rendering. The multi-step approach lets you mix and match transitions intentionally rather than applying a blanket effect across the whole video.

## Setup

claude mcp add toolrouter -- npx -y toolrouter-mcp

## Steps

1. Connect ToolRouter: claude mcp add toolrouter -- npx -y toolrouter-mcp
2. Provide your video: "Add smooth crossfade transitions between each scene cut in this video"
3. Claude applies the transitions using edit_footage
4. Customize: "Use a zoom transition for the product reveal at 1:30 and crossfades everywhere else"
5. Render: "Export the final video with all transitions at 1080p using render_video"

## Example Prompt

```
Add transitions to my brand video: crossfade between scenes 1-2, zoom transition for the product reveal at scene 3, and a fade-to-black for the ending. Each transition should be 0.5 seconds.
```

## Tips

- Mix transition types intentionally — use one style for most cuts and a different one for emphasis
- Keep transitions short (0.3-0.7s) for modern content — long transitions feel dated
- Ask Claude to add consistent transitions throughout for a cohesive feel
