How to Use Rockstar Editor with Mods - Cinematic Guide 2025

How to Use Rockstar Editor with Mods

Rockstar Editor is GTA 5s built-in video editor. Combined with mods, you can create stunning cinematic content.

Accessing Rockstar Editor

• Pause Menu > Rockstar Editor
• Or press F1 during recording

Recording Clips

Start Recording:

1. Press F1 to start/stop recording
2. Or enable Action Replay in settings
3. Last 60 seconds always saved

Tips for Recording:

• Disable HUD before recording
• Use cinematic camera (R)
• Record longer clips than needed
• Capture from multiple angles

Editing in Rockstar Editor

Basic Editing:

1. Import recorded clips
2. Place on timeline
3. Trim start/end points
4. Add transitions
5. Add music/audio

Camera Work:

• Free Camera - Full control
• Character Camera - Follow player
• Depth of Field - Adjust focus
• Blur - Motion blur settings

Mods for Better Cinematics

Essential Mods:

• Graphics Overhaul - NVE, QuantV for visuals
• Menyoo - Scene setup, spawning
• Scene Director - NPC control
• Extended Camera Settings - More camera options

Scene Setup with Menyoo:

1. Create scene with Object Spooner
2. Position vehicles and peds
3. Save scene to XML
4. Record from multiple angles

Advanced Techniques

Slow Motion:

• Adjust playback speed per clip
• Use for action scenes

Markers:

• Add camera keyframes
• Create smooth camera movements
• Animate focus changes

Audio:

• Add game radio tracks
• Or import custom audio
• Adjust volume per clip

Exporting

1. Finish editing
2. Select Export
3. Choose quality (1080p max in-editor)
4. Wait for rendering
5. Video saves to Videos folder

Pro Tips

• Use graphics mods for best visuals
• Record at highest settings
• Plan shots before recording
• Use multiple camera angles
• Combine with external editor for 4K

Conclusion

Rockstar Editor + mods = professional-looking GTA 5 videos!