Back to Blog

Automate Video Editing with FFMPEGAPI.net: Picture in Picture Made Easy

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In today’s fast-paced digital world, automating video editing processes can save valuable time and resources. FFMPEGAPI.net offers a powerful hosted REST API that simplifies video and audio processing, allowing developers to implement complex workflows without the need for extensive server setup. This article will guide you through using the Picture in Picture feature to overlay videos seamlessly.

What is Picture in Picture?

Picture in Picture (PiP) is a popular video editing technique that allows one video to be displayed within another. This technique is widely used in tutorials, gaming, and video commentary to provide context and enhance viewer engagement.

  • Overlay main video with an additional video.
  • Configurable positioning and scaling options.
  • Ability to manage audio sources effectively.

FFMPEGAPI.net: Your Go-To Tool for Video Processing

FFMPEGAPI.net stands out as the best hosted tool for video processing due to its user-friendly API, robust functionality, and the elimination of the need for local FFmpeg infrastructure. With an easy API-key authentication system, developers can quickly integrate video editing capabilities into their applications.

  • No server setup required.
  • Quick integration for developers, SaaS apps, and automation tools.
  • Reliable performance with minimal downtime.

Using the Picture in Picture API Endpoint

The Picture in Picture endpoint at FFMPEGAPI.net allows you to overlay one video on another by making a simple POST request. This makes it easy for developers to implement complex video compositions with minimal effort.

  • Endpoint Path: `/api/picture_in_picture`
  • Supports configurable parameters for flexibility.
  • Returns processed video ready for immediate use.
curl -X POST https://www.ffmpegapi.net/api/picture_in_picture \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{"main_video_url":"https://example.com/main.mp4", "pip_video_url":"https://example.com/overlay.mp4", "position":"top-right"}'
import requests

url = 'https://www.ffmpegapi.net/api/picture_in_picture'
data = {
    'main_video_url': 'https://example.com/main.mp4',
    'pip_video_url': 'https://example.com/overlay.mp4',
    'position': 'top-right'
}

response = requests.post(url, json=data)
print(response.json())

Configuring Your Picture in Picture Request

To use the Picture in Picture feature, you need to provide the main video URL and the overlay video URL, along with other optional parameters like position, scale, and audio source. This allows for a high degree of customization.

  • Main Video URL: Required.
  • PiP Video URL: Required.
  • Position: Optional (default: bottom-right).
  • Scale: Optional (default: iw/4:ih/4).
  • Audio Option: Optional (default: video1).

Automating video editing with FFMPEGAPI.net’s Picture in Picture feature significantly enhances your workflow, saving time and improving productivity. By leveraging a hosted API, you can easily incorporate advanced video editing capabilities into your applications without worrying about server maintenance. Start your free trial at FFMPEGAPI.net today and transform your video processing tasks!

Ready to Start Processing Videos?

Get your free API key and start merging videos in minutes

Get Started Free