Underlord is your AI co-editor built right into Descript—a powerful creative partner that helps shape, refine, and create polished video quickly. We call it vibe editing: describe the outcome you want, and Underlord will make it happen.
Need to add scenes, apply layouts, assign and generate avatars, tighten pacing, or find b-roll? Or even something else? Just say (type) what you want, and Underlord handles it. Even if you don’t know exactly what you’re looking for, Underlord can help you get to the finish line.
Not sure what to expect from an AI co-editor?
Watch our VP of product, Laura, describe Underlord. Some things just make more sense when you see them in action.
To try it, go to Settings > Labs and toggle on Underlord. Then open any project and look for the Underlord icon in the right sidebar. Learn how to enable beta features in your app settings.
Underlord is currently in beta and we’re actively improving it based on your feedback. Until June 30, you can use Underlord as much as you want — none of the AI actions you trigger through it will count toward your monthly limit. Note, manually applying AI tools and effects will still count toward your monthly AI usage.
We're offering unlimited access to encourage exploration. Test bold ideas, mix things up, and tell us what’s working well (or what could be better).
What you can ask Underlord to do
Check out our Underlord primer on the Descript blog for a behind-the-scenes look at how it works, when to use it, and how to get the most out of Descript’s AI-powered editing tools.
Unlike traditional AI Actions, Underlord doesn’t just follow instructions—it applies reasoning and editing expertise to make your video look and sound better. You can ask Underlord to help with nearly any editing goal. See below for some examples.
| What Underlord Can Do | Examples |
|---|---|
| Edit your composition based on intent | “Make this feel more cinematic,” “Restructure this into a how-to format” |
| Help when you're stuck, unsure, or figuring it out as you go | “How do I make this look more polished?” “How do I build an intro that sets things up better?” |
| Make stylistic decisions | “Add subtle transitions between scenes,” “Give this a more documentary-style feel” |
| Rewrite a section to sound more polished or engaging | “Rewrite this so it sounds less scripted,” “Make this part flow like a story” |
| Add scenes and apply finessed layouts | “Add a scene break to introduce the next idea,” “Apply a layout that separates the speaker and screen share” |
| Find stock media based on what you're looking for | “Add a visual that matches ‘remote work’,” “Find footage that represents teamwork” |
| Generate images and make stylistic decisions about look and feel | “Create a background image that fits a tech startup vibe,” “Give this video a clean, minimalist aesthetic” |
| Create clips based on duration or intent | “Pull a 60-second summary from this,” “Make a teaser that ends with a call to action” |
Why it'll be your favorite way to edit
Step into the director’s chair. Underlord doesn’t just follow orders—it helps you create. You bring the vision, your subject matter, and your instincts as a creative storyteller. Underlord brings the juice: the tools, speed, and creative boosts to help you make something you’re proud of.
Tools like Remove Filler Words, Shorten Word Gaps, and Edit for Clarity are now part of the AI Actions panel. You can still use them manually — or ask Underlord to take care of them for you as part of a prompt. Learn more about manually applying AI Actions.
How to leave feedback
Underlord is still in beta, and we’re actively improving it. Try bold prompts, mix tasks together, and find out just how capable your new co-editor is.
We’re using this beta period to learn what works best. Try it out and let us know how it’s going. Hover over any chat message from Underlord, click the Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down icon, and drop us a note with your thoughts.
Ready to try vibe editing with Underlord?
Go to App Settings > Labs and enable Underlord. Then open any project, click the Underlord icon in the sidebar, and start exploring. All AI actions triggered through Underlord are free and unlimited during the beta. Now’s the time to try it.
Not sure how to enable Labs? Here's how to turn on beta features in Descript.