CapCut for PC & Mac - COMPLETE CapCut Video Editing Tutorial!

If you're looking for a comprehensive tutorial on how to use CapCut for PC and Mac, you've come to the right place. In this step-by-step guide, we will walk you through the entire video editing process using CapCut. Feel free to follow along and let us know in the comments your biggest tip for new users of CapCut.

Getting Started with CapCut

1. When you first open CapCut, you'll see the main interface. It is the same whether you're using a PC or Mac. You can access your previous editing projects, sign in to your CapCut account, or start a new project.

2. In the top right corner, click on the settings icon to access project defaults. Here, you can set up the location of your project and adjust other settings like image duration and video frame rate.

3. Once you've configured your settings, click on "Start Creating" to begin a new project.

The CapCut Editing Interface

1. The main CapCut editing interface is where you can access your media, audio, text, and more. The selected category will display its settings and options in the lower section of the interface.

2. The video player allows you to play back your edited masterpiece. You can find extra details and settings in the top corner of the player.

3. To make changes to your project settings, click on the three-dot menu and select "Settings." Here, you can modify the resolution, color space, and app language.

4. Underneath the video player is your video editing timeline. This is where you will be editing your video, adding clips, adjusting transitions, and more.

Importing and Editing Footage

1. To import footage, click on the media category and either click the import button or drag and drop your clips into the window. You can preview the clips by double-clicking on them.

2. Drag and drop the clips from the media category into the timeline to add them to your project. You can rearrange the clips by dragging them around.

3. Trim and cut the clips by selecting them and dragging the ends or using the blade mode to split the clip at specific points. Delete any unwanted sections.

4. Add B-roll or overlay footage by importing the clips and placing them on a separate layer in the timeline. You can adjust their position, duration, and effects just like the primary footage.

Adding Text and Titles

1. Click on the text category to add text or titles to your video. CapCut offers default text options as well as customizable text templates. Simply drag and drop them into the timeline.

2. Customize the text by double-clicking on it, adjusting the font, size, color, and other settings. You can also add backgrounds to your text if desired.

3. Move and resize the text by dragging it around in the timeline. You can also adjust the timing using the drag handles.

Applying Transitions and Effects

1. CapCut provides a variety of transitions for adding visual effects between clips. Drag and drop the desired transition onto the timeline between two clips to apply it.

2. Adjust the speed and duration of your clips using the speed control feature. You can speed up or slow down the footage for dramatic or slow-motion effects.

3. Apply effects to your clips by selecting them and choosing from the built-in filters or manually adjusting color settings. You can also create your own adjustments and save them as presets.

Fine-Tuning Audio

1. Mute or adjust the volume levels of your clips by selecting them and using the volume control features. Make sure your audio stays below the maximum level to avoid distortion.

2. Add music to your video by importing audio tracks and placing them on a separate layer in the timeline. Adjust the duration and volume to fit your video.

3. Use the built-in noise reduction tool to reduce background noise in your video clips. This can help improve the overall audio quality of your video.

Color Grading

1. CapCut offers preset filters that can be applied to your video clips for color grading. Simply drag and drop the desired filter onto the clips or use an adjustment layer to apply the filter to all clips below.

2. Customize the color settings by adjusting parameters like saturation, brightness, and color balance. You can create your own custom look or choose from the preset filters provided.

Exporting Your Video

1. Once you're satisfied with your video, click on the export button. Give your video a name and choose where to save the file.

2. Review the export settings and adjust them if needed. CapCut provides default settings based on your project, but you can modify the resolution, bitrate, codec, and frame rate if desired.

3. Hit the export button to save your video. CapCut will process the video and create the final output based on your settings.

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FAQ

Q: How do I add transitions in CapCut? A: To add transitions, drag and drop the desired transition between two clips in the timeline.

Q: Can I adjust the volume levels of specific clips in CapCut? A: Yes, you can adjust the volume levels of individual clips by selecting them and using the volume control features.

Q: Can I apply color grading and filters to my video in CapCut? A: Yes, CapCut provides preset filters and color grading options that can be applied to your video clips.

Q: How do I export my video in CapCut? A: To export your video, click on the export button, give your video a name, choose the destination folder, and adjust the export settings as desired. Finally, hit the export button to save your video.

Q: Does CapCut provide options for adding text and titles to videos? A: Yes, CapCut offers text templates and customization options to add text and titles to your videos.