> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://www.tella.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Borders

> How to add and style borders around your camera and screen layers in Tella.

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<Note>This video was recorded in an older version of the editor, where borders had their own **Border** button in the toolbar. Border controls are now part of the **Style** sidebar, together with backgrounds and your logo. Follow the updated steps below.</Note>

## Using borders in Tella to enhance your videos

Borders are a fun way to add a little more style and personality to your videos. They allow you to put an attractive outline around your screen recording or camera recording, making your content stand out.

### Accessing the borders feature

1. **Open your video** in the Tella editor.

2. Click **Style** in the toolbar (or press **B**).

3. Click the **Border style** row to open the border options. You can also press **O** to jump straight to it (as long as you're not typing in a text field).

### Customizing border style and shape

In the **Border style** panel, you'll see two sets of options:

**Style**

* **None**: Removes any border or shadow styling from your video.

* **Subtle shadow**: Adds a soft shadow, making your video pop against the background.

* **Deep shadow**: A stronger version of the shadow effect.

* **Transparent**: Introduces a semi-transparent border for subtle separation.

* **Solid shadow**: Draws a solid black border around your video with a bold, offset black shadow. Select it, then use **Direction** to place the shadow on the left or right.

The style thumbnails preview your selected shape and show how each border or shadow will look.

**Shape**

* **Square**: Hard angles, no corner rounding.

* **Round**: Softly rounded corners.

* **Squircle**: A smoother, iOS-style corner curve.

You can mix and match different styles and shapes to achieve the desired effect.

<Note>Tella remembers the last shape you selected and applies it to new layouts, including layouts that ask you to choose Media first.</Note>

## Applying borders and shapes across clips

By default, the border style and shape you choose apply to every clip in your video. This keeps the video's look consistent when you change either setting.

To give one clip a different look, turn on **Apply to this clip only** below **Border style** or **Shape**. These options are independent, so a clip can have its own border style while still following the video's shape, or the other way around.

Turn the option off again to make that setting follow the rest of the video. The checkbox appears only when your video has more than one clip.

## Tips and best practices

* **Experiment**: Try different combinations of shapes and styles to find what best suits your video's theme.

* **Consistency**: Leave **Apply to this clip only** off to maintain a uniform look throughout your video.

* **Enhance visual appeal**: Borders can help highlight important content and make your video more engaging.

By utilizing the border styles in Tella, you can add a unique touch to your videos, making them more visually appealing and personalized.


## Related topics

- [Mac App](/docs/changelog/mac-app.md)
- [How to edit a video](/docs/help/editing/edit-a-video.md)
- [Add text to your video](/docs/help/editing/text-overlays.md)
- [Product Changelog](/docs/changelog.md)
- [Add media (B-roll)](/docs/help/editing/use-media.md)