Transformation basics (video tutorial)
Last updated: Aug-15-2023
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Overview
Watch this tutorial to learn the basics of transforming media on the fly. See how to change the dimensions of images and videos, and apply effects simply by changing the URL.
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This tutorial presents the following topics. Click a timestamp to jump to that part of the video.
Transform images using a dynamic URL
Cloudinary allows you to easily transform your assets on the fly by adding and changing parameters in the dynamic URL. The URL contains your cloud name, the Public ID of the asset, and transformation parameters, such as height, width, crop, effects, and more. |
Transform videos using a dynamic URL
In a similar way, you can also transform videos simply by adding parameters to the delivery URL. |
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Related topics
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Image and Video transformation guides
- Transformation URL API reference
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