How To Replace A Background Using AI in CapCut!
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How To Replace A Background Using AI in CapCut!
If you want to replace your video background but don't have an actual green screen, this guide will show you how to achieve a realistic result using CapCut for free.
Getting The Best Results
When filming, ensure there is some separation between you and the background. Lighting your body well and having a light behind you can create a defined outline, making background removal easier.
Importing Clips and Removing Background
Open CapCut's desktop editor and import your clips. Here are the steps:
- Select Your Clip: Click on the clip you want to work with.
- Apply Auto Cutout: Go to the 'Video' section, under 'Cutout' and check 'Auto Cutout' to let CapCut remove the background.
If you have a lengthy video with excess footage, it's better to trim it first to save time on processing.
Using AI-generated Backgrounds
CapCut’s AI can generate backgrounds for you:
- Access AI Generation: On the left-hand side, click 'AI Generated.'
- Describe Your Background: Provide a brief description and set the aspect ratio to match your video (commonly 16:9). Increase the 'Steps' to 50 for better clarity.
- Generate and Choose: Click 'Generate' and choose an image you like. Click 'HD' to convert it to a high-resolution image and add it to your project.
Integrating and Adjusting the Background
- Position the Clips: Move your video clip above the background image and align their lengths.
- Scale and Adjust the Background: Adjust the scale to fit the frame and decrease the brightness from the 'Adjustment' section to make it look natural.
- Add Blur Effect: To simulate shallow depth of field, go to 'Effects,' search for 'Blur,' and add it. Ensure your video layer is on top to prevent blurring yourself.
Enhancing Realism
Adjusting background settings can make effects more realistic:
- Experiment with Keywords: When generating images, use specific keywords. For instance, "photography studio, moody lighting, realistic minimalist."
- Color Correction: Adjust the color temperature to ensure consistency between the subject and background.
- Use Relight: (Pro CapCut feature) Add fake lighting to match the direction of light in the generated background.
Improving Overall Workflow
Finally, speed up your editing process by learning keyboard shortcuts and efficient editing techniques.
Keywords
- Background removal
- CapCut AI
- Video editing
- Shallow depth of field
- Color correction
- Auto cutout
FAQ
Q1: What should I do to make background removal easier? A: Ensure there is separation between you and the background, and light yourself well to create a defined outline.
Q2: How do I remove the background in CapCut? A: Select your clip, go to 'Video' under 'Cutout,' and check 'Auto Cutout.'
Q3: Can I generate backgrounds within CapCut? A: Yes, use the ‘AI Generated’ feature in CapCut's editor.
Q4: How do I make the background look natural? A: Adjust the brightness, add a blur effect, and ensure the video layer is above the blur.
Q5: What is the ‘Relight’ feature? A: 'Relight' is a Pro CapCut feature that allows you to add fake lighting to your scene to match the background's light direction.
Q6: How can I speed up my editing process? A: Learn and use keyboard shortcuts and efficient editing techniques for faster results.