Paper backgrounds for animated video: kraft, chalkboard and more
Explore paper backgrounds for animated videos — kraft, beige, chalkboard, notebook, grid, papercraft — and learn which one fits each topic.
The background looks like a detail, but it sets the mood of the whole video. The same drawing says different things on kraft paper, in a notebook or on a chalkboard. Editor de Vídeo Online has a gallery of paper backgrounds for video, all textured, that work in both Hand drawing and Vox collage. Here is how to choose.
The background gallery
| Background | Feel | Pairs with |
|---|---|---|
| Artwork paper | Faithful to the original | When the artwork already has the ideal background |
| Kraft | Handmade, eco | Natural products, DIY, scrapbook |
| Beige | Editorial, warm | Vox-style collages, stories |
| White | Clean, corporate | Explainers, tech |
| Dark | Modern, dramatic | Serious topics, launches |
| Chalkboard | School, nostalgic | Lessons, math, tips |
| Cardboard | Rustic, homemade | DIY, packaging |
| Notebook | Study, notes | Summaries, education, lists |
| Grid | Technical, planning | Engineering, finance, diagrams |
| Papercraft (sky, sunset, sea and corners) | Playful, illustrative | Kids, travel, storytelling |
Backgrounds in Hand drawing
When you pick a background different from the original, Editor de Vídeo Online moves only the line onto the new paper. That means you can draw on any white sheet and present the video in a notebook.
On dark backgrounds (Dark and Chalkboard), switch Stroke color to White (chalk). Black lines disappear on dark paper.
Backgrounds in Vox collage
In collages, the background ties the pieces together. Beige and kraft are Vox-style classics. A dark background with white-bordered cutouts creates a strong, modern contrast.
Customizing the background
- Your image: upload one or more images as the background. They fill the whole screen.
- Custom color: pick any color and Editor de Vídeo Online applies a paper texture on top. Great for your brand color.
Changing the background mid-video
You can split the video into segments with different backgrounds — for example, start on a chalkboard and end on white paper to mark a turning point in the story. Transitions can be Dissolve, Paper sliding over or Hard cut. We cover it all in how to change the background mid-video.
How to choose in 3 questions
- What is the topic's tone? Serious (white, dark), light (kraft, papercraft), educational (notebook, chalkboard).
- Where will the video play? In dark feeds, light backgrounds stand out; in light presentations, a dark background grabs attention.
- Do the lines and cutouts read well? Check the preview before recording.
Chosen backgrounds are saved for your next scenes (except uploaded images), which helps keep a video series consistent.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use a photo as the background?
Yes, with Your image. Prefer blurred or simple photos so they do not compete with the drawing or collage.
How do I go back to the original background?
Choose Artwork paper in the gallery. The Reset button also returns the background to the artwork paper.
Does the background affect collage cutout quality?
No. The cutout is made from the original artwork; the gallery background is applied behind the elements.
Conclusion
The background is the fastest way to change the mood of an animated video. Try two or three options in the preview before recording — it takes seconds and can transform the result. Try the backgrounds in Editor de Vídeo Online.
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Editor de Vídeo Online Team
Written by the Editor de Vídeo Online team, the in-browser animation tool for hand-drawn whiteboard videos, Vox-style collages and paper cutout effects.
