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# Adding Sparks Timeline FX

Use the Sparks Timeline FX to apply video Sparks to video elements in the timeline. The Sparks Timeline FX is the fifth effect on the Video Effects menu and in the pipeline.

Sparks Timeline FX are applied below Axis and Wipe effects. If you want to apply a Sparks Timeline FX to an element that contains an Axis or Wipe effect, you need to contain it first if the result of the Axis or Wipe effect is required by the Sparks. You can also apply a Sparks Timeline FX to a gap above the element containing an Axis or a Wipe effect.

To apply Sparks Timeline FX:

1. Select the video clip you want to apply the effect to.
2. Either click the FX button or right-click on the clip and select Add Effect. The Effects menu appears.
3. Click the Sparks button. A sparks icon appears on the clip.
4. If the Sparks you are using requires a matte, click the Matte button in the Effects menu to load the matte.
5. Click the Sparks button to load your Sparks.
6. Depending on what Sparks you load, there may be additional setting on the Effects menu. Additionally, and also depending on what Sparks you load, you my be able to enter the full editor by clicking the Enter Editor button.