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CapCut Video Editing Tutorial: From Beginner to Advanced

Last Updated February 4, 2024

Anthony Gallo

CapCut is a free video editing app that allows you to create and edit videos in an incredibly intuitive and user-friendly environment.

In this guide, I'll show you the basic editing tools to get started in CapCut, we'll then look at a beginner CapCut video editing tutorial, followed by advanced techniques ensuring your next video has the best chance of connecting and going mega viral!

Let's do it. 👇

Getting to Know the CapCut Layout

CapCut is one of the most user-friendly and intuitive video editing platforms I have come across.

With that being said, if you've never used video editing software before following a guide like this can accelerate your progress as a total beginner.

In this section I'll outline the main tabs in CapCut so you know exactly where to find what you need.

In the top left hand corner of the CapCut Graphical User Interface (GUI) is the Media Tab.

The media tab in CapCut is where you'll import videos, images, and audio files. Alongside the media tab, there are 7 other tabs outlined below:

• Audio: The Audio tab is a specialized section in the CapCut app where you can explore and add various sound effects and background music clips from CapCut's library of free audio assets.
• Text: In the Text tab, you'll be able to access a wide range of fonts and styles to add words or captions to your video clip.
• Stickers: The Stickers tab offers a fun collection of animated and static trending images that can be overlayed onto video clips and TikTok videos, adding extra depth to your content.
• Effects: Through the Effects tab in the CapCut app, you can create dynamic visual modifications, from glitches to cinema-quality animations.
• Transitions: The Transitions tab in the CapCut app provides an array of completely free seamless transition effects that help in smoothly connecting different video clips.
• Filters: The Filters tab allows you to dramatically change the mood and aesthetic of your video clips by applying various color grading and effect filters available within CapCut's editing tools.
• Adjustment: Lastly, the Adjustment tab is where you can import video presets and LUTs into CapCut for color grading or just to add some extra visual flare to make incredible videos.

Now you've used the media panel to import videos into CapCut, let's take a look at the timeline.

The timeline is where you'll assemble and arrange all your footage and audio clips. To get started, drag and drop your clips and audio files from the media pool to the timeline.

Pro Tip: Click your files while they're still in the media pool, you'll see a box appear around the media which allows you to trim the media before bringing it to your timeline - very handy for longer files.

To timeline zoom in CapCut you can:

• Use the slider bar in the upper right corner of the timeline panel
• Hold CMD/Control + or - keys
• Hold CMD/Control and use your mouse scroll wheel (my personal favorite for zooming)

To trim videos in CapCut:

• Split: Move the playhead to where you want to cut and click the "Split" button in the upper left hand side of the timeline panel, OR simply press CMD/Ctrl+B on your keyboard.
• Delete Left: Move your playhead to your desired cut point and click "Delete Left" or simply press Q on your keyboard. This feature will delete all media to the left of your playhead.
• Delete Right: Move your playhead to your desired cut point and click "Delete Right" or simply press W on your keyboard. This feature will delete all media to the right of your playhead.

To Undo in CapCut use CMD/Ctrl + Z

To Redo in CapCut use CMD/Ctrl + Shift + Z

Don't forget to remove the watermarks in CapCut too, which can be done via trimming the timeline.

That just about covers the basics regarding the CapCut timeline, there's a few additional advanced features which we'll cover later in the advanced section.

Settings Panel

The settings panel, located in the top right of the CapCut GUI gives you a range of settings allowing you to adjust the size and scale, audio, speed, coloring and more of your video clip.

Click an item on the timeline to see the settings for that specific clip.

Here's a brief rundown of what you can do in each tab:

• Video : In the video tab, you can edit videos by altering their position, size, blend mode, opacity, and stabilize footage to add a professional touch to your video clip. You can also do green screening and auto cutouts here too.
• Audio : The audio section allows you to adjust audio clip, including the volume of your video clips or background music, fade ins/outs for smoother transitions, loudness normalization for consistent audio levels, and noise reduction to enhance the clarity of your audio clip.
• Speed : With the speed feature, you have the flexibility to speed up or slow down your video clips, adding dynamic video effects to your YouTube videos.
• Animation : The animation tab in CapCut video editing introduces animations, acting as transitions for single clips, where you can select in, out, or combo animations for engaging video effects.
• Adjustment : the adjustment tab serves as your color panel, letting you fine-tune the temperature, hue, saturation, brightness, etc., of your video clip, ensuring your video tutorial or any video project looks exactly how you envisioned.

Project Panel

The CapCut video project panel will show in place of the settings panel when no items on the timeline are selected.

Click the modify button in the bottom right of the project panel to modify the name, location, aspect ratio, resolution, frame rate, and color space of your project!

Player Window

The player window is fairly self explanatory but features a few useful settings worth talking about:

• Aspect Ratio: Set the aspect ratio for your video clip. You'll want 16:9 for YouTube videos and usually 9:16 for Reels, TikTok videos, and YouTube shorts.
• Preview Quality: In the top right of the Player window you'll see a 3 line hamburger icon, click this to modify the preview quality. Especially useful if you're experiencing poor playback performance.
• Export Still Frame: Useful feature when looking to export stills of your video content without having to fiddle around with a screen snip.

If you're using multiple monitors you can also undock the player panel by clicking and dragging the top bar.

How to Edit a Beginner Video in CapCut

Now that we're familiar with the CapCut layout, let's take a look at a beginner CapCut video editing tutorial.

In this section, I'll outline the basic steps to edit a talking head style video, add b-roll, add transitions, generate and edit captions, and how to add background music.

1. Cut & Trim Clips

When recording your talking head video, it's much easier and quicker to bullet point your script and narrate your videos in segments. This way, you don't have to memorize an entire script

The drawback in recording this way is that you will end up with a lot of dead space in your recording, so the first step is to clean up and cut out this dead space.

CapCut features some super handy keyboard shortcuts for this task:

For efficiency, I recommend using keyboard shortcuts for these functions. These procedures can help make your video more concise and watchable.

2. Adding B-Roll

Next, you'll want to add b-roll to your video.

B-roll refers to additional clips that supplement the main video footage (or the A-roll). Adding b-roll makes your video more dynamic and keeps your viewers interested. It just makes your overall product look more professional too.

You can either film your own b-roll relevant to your content, or you can use sites like Pexels to download free b-roll and add it to your content.

To add b-roll, drag and drop the desired b-roll clip onto a new layer in CapCut. Remember, top layers get priority playback, meaning that the top clips will be layered over the top of any clips below them in payback. So layer your clips accordingly!

Timing your b-roll to start or finish in-line with your cuts from section one is a great way to improve the flow of your clips and reduce choppiness.

3. Transitions & Effects

Adding transitions and effects can elevate your video to the next level but use them wisely! A classic beginner mistake I see quite often is the overuse of video transitions.

Adding transitions to your CapCut videos is super simple: Just click the Transitions button in the top left, search and select your desired transition, then drag and drop it onto your timeline between 2 clips.

Ensure your clips are on the same layer to add transitions.

My personal favorite transitions right now, which are popular amongst many creators are the Glare Transition, the Pull In, and Pull Out style transitions.

4. Auto Captions

Auto Captions in CapCut offer a fantastic way to make your videos more accessible and engaging.

To add Auto-Captions in CapCut click the Text button in the Media Tab and then the Auto Captions button.

You can easily change the font size, style, and other classic text editing features by selecting a caption block on the timeline and clicking on "basic" in the top right (Settings Panel).

Remember to check on "Apply to All" if you want your changes to apply to all the captions across your video.

Applying styles like stroke to increase the letter border width, rounding corners, or adding a drop shadow can significantly enhance the aesthetics of your captions.

Use the split tool to manually adjust caption segments, the currently trend is to only have a few words on the screen at a time. CapCut does this well automatically but you might need to change a few captions that get a bit long here and there.

Adding animations like Zoom in can add dynamism to your captions. Simply select the text layer, head into the animation sub tab in the text menu, and choose your desired animation.

Learn more about captions and CapCut's text-to-speech features .

5. Adding Music

Music can set the mood of your video and it's incredible how much impact choosing the right music can have on engagement and virality of your content.

You can use the built-in songs available in TikTok or Instagram, or import songs from external sources like Epidemic Sound , which has quality and diverse music options.

When adding music, adjust the volume (usually around -16DB) to ensure it doesn't overpower the other audio in your video.

Adding the right music track to your edit is one of the best band-for-buck things you can do!

6. Exporting

After completing all edits, export your finished video. You can title your video and choose where you want it to be exported by clicking away from any clips and making changes in the Project Panel.

Once everything is checked, click export and your video is ready to be posted online.

Learn more CapCut video editing tips to level up your content creation process!

Advanced Editing in CapCut: Create a Striking Intro

One of the most important things to get right when editing and releasing short form content in the intro.

In this advanced guide, learn how to animate and create advanced captions using keyframes, zoom and add dynamic effects to your video clips, and use the auto-cutout feature alongside a crumpled paper background to seriously level up your content! 📽️

Following this, I briefly touch on sound design, adding those finishing touches to make world classed short form content.

Wrapping Up

In this CapCut video editing tutorial we covered topics helping beginners edit videos and provided a taste of some advanced video editing techniques.

If you're brand new to CapCut use the first section of this article to familiarize yourself with the CapCut layout, then move on to the beginner tutorial.

If you're already familiar with CapCut and want to challenge yourself with some advanced video editing techniques, check out the YouTube video in the Advanced editing section to seriously level up your content!

Happy editing. 😎

Anthony Gallo is the cofounder of ContentCreator.com and lead educator in the online course 14 Day Filmmaker, that has taught over 100,000 aspiring creators how to shoot & edit professional video content with PRO and SMARTPHONE cameras.

Having created content in a variety of industries including commercial advertising, weddings, music videos, and hundreds of youtube videos, Anthony has amassed over 50 million views online and is constantly looking for new and engaging ways to create content and help others master this amazing craft.

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Need a CapCut Tutorial? 9 Creators You Must Follow

Whether you’re a seasoned video editing pro or simply looking to spice up your social media presence, video editing apps are essential for crafting captivating content. Enter CapCut , the unsung hero in the realm of video editing, brought to you by ByteDance, the company behind TikTok.

CapCut stands out as a versatile online and desktop video editing software. It’s packed with an array of AI-driven features and preloaded assets. Oh, and it’s entirely free to download and use.

CapCut is free video editing software that helps creators of all stripes to transform their footage into engaging, pro-level content. We won’t say it’s easy but as video editing software goes (especially free video editing software) it’s as easy as it comes. 

From basic editing functionality like cutting and speed adjustments to more advanced features like integrating music, graphics, motion effects, text overlays and more, CapCut caters to creators of all skill levels. Whether you’re editing on the go on mobile or on a desktop or laptop, CapCut offers a seamless experience. You can use CapCut in your browser, on your Mac or Windows computer, or on iOS or Android devices.

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CapCut isn’t just for TikTok and can help tailor your content for Facebook, Instagram. YouTube, or elsewhere. 

In other words, CapCut is worth learning. There are thousands of tutorials online to help every creator, whether you’re a beginner or you have some experience using video-editing apps. Here are nine creators across TikTok and YouTube who are consistently creating helpful CapCut tutorials. Whether you’re a CapCut and video editing newbie or a seasoned pro, these creators are worth a follow. 

Read on for TikTok creators or jump down to see YouTube CapCut creators. 

Five Amazing TikTok Creators Creating CapCut Tutorials

Looking to get the most out of the free video editing software CapCut? Here are five TikTok creators to follow:

CapCut Tutorial Creator: stevenwommack

1.2M followers as of May, 2024

Steven Wormack has built a dedicated TikTok following of over 1M with his tips and tricks with CapCut tutorials. If you’ve ever seen a clever cut on TikTok and wondered how the creator made it happen, Wormack probably has the answers — and clear instructions on how to do it yourself — you’re looking for.

@stevenwommack #CapCut how to do this insane jump video effect? 🎥✨ #edit #videotutorials #CapCutTrends #capcutedits #videoidea #creative #iphone #cccreator ♬ Puff – Hany Beats

CapCut Tutorial Creator: Emma Content Strategy

TikTok | 57.2K followers as of May, 2024

UK TikToker Emma’s doesn’t just offer CapCut tutorials that show creators how to use the free video editing software to achieve incredible effects. She also teaches budding creators how to build a successful online presence with their content:

@ugcwithemmap How to place text behind you on Capcut! @CapCut #editingtutorial #capcutedits #capcuttutorial #ugccreator #ugccommunity #ugctips ♬ original sound – Emma | Content Strategy

TikTok 

31.1K followers as of May, 2024

AR Edit gets into some pretty advanced CapCut editing tricks… with very niche focus on Manga content. Featuring step-by-step tutorials, if you can follow along with AR Edit, you’ll be a CapCut pro in no time.

@ar_edit01 Tutorial In CapCut 💯 #tanjiro #foryoupage #kimetsu_no_yaiba #demonslayeredit #capcuttutorial #newtrend #capcut #tutorial #edit #capcutedit #tanjirokamado #nezukokamado #enmu #enmuedit #nezukoedit #tanjiroedit ♬ Footprints – Mini Version – tobi lou & FARADA

187K followers as of May, 2024

This creator features well produced, well organized content specifically around using CapCut to achieve specific editing results like placing text behind a subject, getting the glow effect that’s all the rage (at the time of writing) and many more. Worth a follow for anyone looking to learn the best CapCut hacks:

@duekneel "Cinematic" Dreamy Glow Effect Tutorial using Capcut give your videos that dreamy look by following this easy tutorial #duekneel #mobileediting #capcut #tutorial ♬ original sound – duekneel

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44K followers as of May, 2024

If you can get past the text to speech videos, this faceless creator (I mean, they probably have a face… it’s just that you’ll never see it in their videos) can help you up your CapCut editing game. 

@__capcut.tutorials__ Velocity Tutorial! #capcut #capcuttutorial #charlidamelio #tutorial #foryoupage #fyp #velocity #velocitytutorial ♬ original sound – Capcut Tutorials

CapCut Tutorials on YouTube: 4 Creators to Follow

There are a huge number of YouTube channels dedicated to the art of video editing for every kind of software and app. The following accounts are our four favorites for the latest and greatest tips and tricks for the free video editing software CapCut: 

YouTube 

306K subscribers as of May, 2024

It doesn’t get much more official than this: CapCut’s own YouTube account is a must-follow if you’re serious about learning all you can about the tool. It’s a goldmine of information about how to transform your footage from basic to engaging:

167K subscribers as of May, 2024

Luka B has carved out a great niche on the platform with his guides and tutorials on CapCut and other apps. His tutorial content focuses on achieving a specific editing outcome; he shares his own editing experimentation then guides you through the process step-by-step. 

Collin Michael

YouTube 282K subscribers as of May, 2024

Collin Michael is one of the best-known video-editing experts on YouTube, and his content covers all the major editing software available to creators.  We highly recommend his Complete CapCut Collection playlist, which he keeps updated with the latest advice you need to know.

New to Edit  

49.9K subscribers as of May, 2024

New to Edit’s focus is on Shorts content about CapCut – quick, snackable content about how to use the app, but their longer videos are great as well:

BCStrike Productions

21K subscribers as of May, 2024

BCStrike is YouTube Shorts-focused creator who teaches other creators how to achieve the latest editing trends using CapCut:

If you want to learn how to edit videos, CapCut really is a fantastic place to start. Aside from anything else, it’s free video editing software. For simple edits, the learning curve is small and as these CapCut tutorial creators demonstrate, there’s tons of room to grow into the software.

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Google has a chance to take on the Quest and Vision Pro in a big way

Over the years, Google has made many attempts at pushing VR and AR ahead, whether it was Google Cardboard, Google Glass, or Google Daydream. All were failed projects, ultimately.

Google’s in the game

Will google make an xr headset, android xr at google i/o.

But with the introduction of the Vision Pro and Meta’s recent announcements, there’s never been so much interest in extended reality (XR) headsets and AR glasses. And with the Google I/O developer conference coming this week, there are rumors that Google may make another venture into this technology.

Apple’s launch of the Vision Pro doesn’t necessarily demand a response from Google. It’s a relatively niche device given its high price. But we know Google is in the game based on some recent hints.

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Google’s AR and VR account on X (formerly twitter) recently posted that the company would share augmented reality news at Google I/O 2024. Several sessions mention ARCore, the augmented reality software built into many Android devices . Third-party developers can create AR apps with ARCore, and we’re expecting some developments on this front.

Mark your calendars. 🗓️ Join us at #GoogleIO on May 14th to learn about the latest developer products and #AR announcements! Register today: https://t.co/5rPQps7FH0 pic.twitter.com/CgxtarnP5m — Google AR & VR (@GoogleARVR) April 10, 2024

Two years ago at Google I/O 2022, the company showed a video of prototype smart glasses that translate and transcribe languages. It’s possible that we could see some more ambitious demos like this, or an update on one of the existing projects.

There was also talk of an XR headset, but a Business Insider report suggests Google canceled that project. But is it actually dead? Let’s consider what we know so far.

It’s possible that Google will make an XR headset in the future, but the next device powered by Google’s AR and VR technology is more likely to come from Samsung.

Last year at Galaxy Unpacked 2023, Google and Qualcomm executives joined Samsung’s TM Roh onstage to announce plans to build an XR headset . Samsung didn’t reveal any details beyond the collaboration. Still, it was an intriguing teaser timed to arrive before the announcement of the Vision Pro at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference .

Google and Samsung each have backgrounds in developing AR and VR products. While the 2015 Google Glass and 2016 Daydream View weren’t popular among consumers, Google took an early lead in the XR space and redirected its efforts toward enterprise customers in 2017 . And Samsung partnered with Oculus (now Meta) in 2015 to launch the somewhat successful GearVR headset that used a phone for a screen , tracking. and processing.

Meanwhile, Qualcomm is a leading XR hardware developer that is actively pushing this technology forward. XR encompasses both AR and VR technologies, and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR2 and AR chips power the most popular VR headsets and smart glasses, like Meta’s Quest 3 and Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses .

A joint development from Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm has the potential to disrupt the industry. Qualcomm can supply XR processors and reference designs to accelerate the process, Samsung could manufacture and distribute the device, and Google could provide software. Whether or not it will come together at I/O is still in the air, but that doesn’t mean we won’t catch a glimpse of it next week.

Google develops Android for phones and tablets, along with Wear OS for watches, but neither of those will suffice for an XR headset. To compete with Apple’s Vision Pro , Google needs a new spatial operating system to provide a virtual user interface that hovers in front of the wearer’s eyes and responds to their hand gestures or controller input.

We know Android XR is a real product since that designation appears in the code of Google’s Play Store, alongside similar references to a phone, foldable, tablet, TV, and more. A blog named TheSPAndroid uncovered these details in September of last year.

Android XR might also include features optimized for AR glasses based on the research that preceded Google Glass . With over a decade of developing AR apps and prototypes, it certainly seems possible that Google has the resources needed to launch a thoughtful spatial user interface.

Meanwhile, Meta announced plans to open-source Horizon OS, the core software of the popular Quest 3 VR headset . Lenovo, Asus, and Microsoft are already working with Meta to create new headsets that can run games and apps from the Quest library.

The lines have been drawn for a diverse marketplace featuring concepts from most major tech companies. Apple has visionOS and Meta is expanding the range of Horizon OS, while Google and Samsung prepare to launch a solution championing Android XR. It’s an exciting time for spatial computing, especially if Android XR makes its debut this year.

The recent explosion of activity suggests now is the right time for Google to expand beyond the ARCore framework. I wouldn’t be surprised if Google announces Android XR — a complete platform for VR, AR, and spatial computing — at Google I/O,.

Developers are already building apps for Apple and Meta headsets . Google needs to take advantage of this momentum to make sure apps and services will support Android XR.

The good news is that Samsung’s XR headset should be able to run several Android apps at launch. Since Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR2 platform is compatible with Snapdragon mobile processors, porting apps to Android XR could be relatively easy.

This would be comparable to the Apple Vision Pro’s ability to run iPad apps . While 2D windows floating in a 3D space isn’t the best use of an XR headset, it works and feels familiar. An Android XR headset that syncs with your Android phone and tablet, as well as your Wear OS watch and Chromebook, would be a compelling solution.

With a few impressive immersive environments and fun mixed-reality games, Google could secure its place as technology begins to make the intuitive, holographic, AI-enhanced computer interfaces of sci-fi movies a reality.

We’ll have to wait and see if Google actually makes I/O the launch event for its renewed interest in XR and AR.

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"One more thing" means you're about to be treated to something groundbreaking -- and that's exactly what happened when Apple CEO Tim Cook uttered those fateful three words at the end of the recent Worldwide Developers Conference 2023 keynote. The Apple Vision Pro is not just another VR headset; no, it's an incredible piece of technology that pushes the boundaries of what we can expect from both virtual reality and augmented reality. The display tech, sensor quality, and polish are like nothing we've ever seen before in a headset — and they signal a big jump forward in VR and AR tech.

The only quibble is the price: $3,500. That's a whole lot of cash, and due to that, I'm not confident the Vision Pro will appear in every other house in the next few years.

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