iMovie helped the document's authors edit video clips, add sound, and learn how to import media from their iPhone, iTunes, and GarageBand into their project. It also allowed them to easily cut out unnecessary parts of clips or remove sound if they were unhappy with it. Using a Canon DSLR camera produced high-quality footage that could be easily imported into iMacs. While the document's author lacked initial knowledge of how to use the camera, their skills improved with use. They also learned how to effectively operate a tripod by using its leg sections, locks, center column, and head to create steady shots.