To gradually make something (such as text, an image, or sound) visible or audible, often in film, television, or presentations.
example
Der Name des Sprechers wurde unten im Bild eingeblendet.
The speaker's name was displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Usage tips
Separable verb
'Einblenden' (to display/fade in) is a separable verb. The prefix 'ein-' comes at the end in a main clause. In subordinate clauses and in the infinitive with 'zu', the verb stays together.
EXAMPLE
Der Regisseur blendet den Titel am Anfang des Films ein.
The director fades in the title at the beginning of the film.
Typical objects
The verb is usually used with an accusative object that is shown digitally or visually. Common objects are: 'einen Text einblenden' (to display text), 'ein Bild einblenden' (to display an image), or 'Untertitel einblenden' (to display subtitles).
EXAMPLE
Während des Interviews wurde der Name des Gastes unten eingeblendet.
During the interview, the guest's name was displayed at the bottom.
Typical context
This verb mainly belongs to the language of media and technology. It is used when talking about film, television, video editing, or computer presentations.
EXAMPLE
In der Präsentation können Sie wichtige Stichpunkte nacheinander einblenden.
In the presentation, you can display important bullet points one after another.
Compare with
near_synonym · confusable
einblenden vs anzeigen
to report / display / advertise
'anzeigen' and 'einblenden' can both mean that you can see something on a screen. 'anzeigen' is more general and only says that information is visible or is made visible. 'einblenden' describes more specifically that text, an image, or sound is additionally made visible or audible in a film, presentation, or app, often for a certain time. The words can be confused because text that is 'eingeblendet' is also displayed. If the exact process is important, 'einblenden' fits better; if you only mean the visible information, 'anzeigen' fits.
einblenden
Bitte blende am Ende der Präsentation noch die Kontaktdaten ein.
Please display the contact details at the end of the presentation.
anzeigen
Das Navi zeigt die schnellste Route zur Werkstatt an.
The navigation system displays the fastest route to the repair shop.