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Graduation reel template

Next Chapter

An open book of the class, two pages turning on the beat, a ribbon marker, warm film grade and page-flip cuts; no text.

Length
18 sec
Shots
10 shots (3 clips)
Format
9:16 · 1080p

What you'll need

Next Chapter has 10 slots. Here's what goes in each one:

  1. 1Left pageThe class in the park
  2. 2Right pageDiploma close-up
  3. 3Next leftBest friends
  4. 4Next rightCaps on
  5. 5WalkingA clip of the class walking
  6. 6SmilesA portrait
  7. 7GroupThe squad
  8. 8CelebratingA clip celebrating
  9. 9HugA hug
  10. 10Last clipCaps in the air

How to use the Next Chapter template

  1. Open ReelXo, go to Explore and pick Next Chapter from the Graduation templates.
  2. Add 10 photos or clips from your gallery or camera, one per slot.
  3. There is no text to fill in: this one lets the pictures talk.
  4. Preview it, then export in HD and share it to Reels, TikTok or Shorts.

New to this? Read how to make a reel or browse more graduation reel templates.

Questions about Next Chapter

How many photos does the Next Chapter template need?

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Next Chapter has 10 slots, and 3 of them take a video clip. Each slot says what works best there, so you know exactly what to pick before you start.

How long is the Next Chapter reel?

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About 18 seconds, rendered at 9:16 (1080 × 1920). That fits Instagram Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts without cropping.

Is the Next Chapter reel template free?

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Yes. ReelXo is free to download on iPhone and Android, the template is included, and the video you export has no watermark.

Can I change the music?

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Yes. Swap the track for one from ReelXo's royalty-free library, fade it in or out, or record a voiceover on top. You can also open the full timeline editor to change anything else.

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