CapCut App Video Editing Tutorial - COMPLETE Guide (2023)

Our COMPLETE CapCut Video Editing Tutorial for 2023! Learn how to edit videos on iPhone & Android using the CapCut app, fast and easy.
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Timestamps:
00:00 CapCut App Video Editing Tutorial
00:11 Getting Started in CapCut App
01:35 Creating a New Project in CapCut
02:57 CapCut Video Editing Interface
05:04 How to Trim & Edit Footage in CapCut
07:47 How to Edit From a Transcript In CapCut
08:37 How to Automatically Remove Filler Words
08:50 How to Add B-Roll in CapCut
11:39 How to Add Effects in CapCut
14:50 How to Add Transitions in CapCut
15:19 How to Add A Zoom Cut in CapCut
16:18 How to Add Animation To Clips
17:12 How to Add Text in CapCut
19:56 How to Use The Draw Feature in CapCut
20:47 How to Add Audio in CapCut
23:05 How to Adjust Volume Levels in CapCut
25:50 How to Adjust Colors in CapCut
28:15 How to Export in CapCut
29:15 How to Adjust Aspect Ratio in CapCut
30:56 How to Add Captions in CapCut
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-- How to Use CapCut App: Complete CapCut Tutorial for Beginners --
CapCut is well known as one of the best video editing apps right now! It has some incredible video editing tools, filters, effects and a ton of awesome new AI tools. Whether you’re on iPhone, Android or iPad, this is definitely a video editor to check out.
While it is a great option when it comes to free video editing apps, some features are now restricted to CapCut Pro. But this definitely isn’t a dealbreaker as you can still access all the core functionalities (& more!) on the free plan.
In this video we’ll share a complete CapCut tutorial, showing you how to use CapCut to create a video project from start to finish. Plus we’ll share all the cool features you need to know, to help you create great videos faster & easier!
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[@PrimalVideo]

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[@tremaynerobinson4951]

I will take the course. Just give me 2 weeks 💪🏽

[@NoobPlaysRoblox70]

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[@user-ud6zd2ed2f]

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[@PintuSethi-ox6jr]

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[@8at5k3s6f]

Thanks for a super easy format tutorial. You hit everything we need to get started and feel way more comfortable. Great video!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, so happy to hear the tutorial was helpful for you. 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@TeaandLaceJournals]

I love how you have the guide at the bottom of your video. The little book mark things so we can find what part we are looking for quickly. Very cool. I hadn’t seen that style of time stamping before.❤

[@PrimalVideo]

If you're referring to the progress bar, you can watch our video "How to add a progress bar" to learn how it's done - Hazel, PV Team

[@ProblemReactionSolution]

Brilliant stuff as always. I really needed this 😊 Please can you do an updated video on keywords everywhere as it appears to have changed along with the pricing structure.

[@nicole_rn_scott]

This was the best video I've come across so far explaining CapCut. You did an amazing job 👏🏾 definitely saved for a reference. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it, cheers 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@yemimeg85]

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[@Subject_Spotlight]

I love how in-depth but, at the same time, how easy you make your videos. My favorite is the progress bar at the bottom of the screen, which is moving in real-time. :)

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear that, glad you're enjoying it 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@MR-nu7ks]

May I know how you added that progress bar at the bottom of the screen where u showing thumbs up..

[@Savantisic]

Sire, how did you get that progress bar? Please Give a tutorial :)@@PrimalVideo

[@rezik2]

Yes, exactly the same good impression about the progress bar. Excelent agenda

[@legalnairatv]

This is the best smartphone CapCut editing video on KZbin and I’ll share massively. Keep up the good work 🤙

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, glad you liked it 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@scanner_956]

Great video, thanks for your contributions.

[@onusdigital]

Great video, I was looking to get the best way to trim out unwanted parts from my video using capcut on mobile, found your video that gave me the perfect answer and even more. Thanks for this.

[@Tech-in-a-sec]

Great video. Thanks. Is there a way to save a project midway through editing so that you can pick up later where you left off? I can't seem to find this.

[@TTAG01]

Absolutely incredible tutorial Justin. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, glad you enjoyed it - Hazel, PV Team

[@user-xo2km6td5x]

Thank you for making this easy-to-understand tutorial. This has unlocked CapCut for me and I am editing my first-ever video!

[@PrimalVideo]

Cool, all the best with your first edit 😀 - Hazel, PV Team

[@18MundyStJournals]

❤I'm going to try this❤your explanation gives me hope that I might be able to finally edit my videos. If only you could help me to now figure out how I can project what my screen area looks like as I'm filming. I put my phone in a overhead clamp above me so I can film what I'm working on but I then sit down to work and can't check if I'm in frame without standing up. If I could only cast the phone screen to my desktop computer screen, that would be awesome. Any ideas and please help xx

[@LuckyvillageLife]

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[@Gym-Buddy-Reviews]

Thank you for a more basic tutorial. This is what I was looking for not one that was so advanced

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, glad it was what you were looking for! - Hazel, PV Team

[@macdonalderijuo7211]

Thank you for this. Almost all questions answered.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, great that all your questions were answered - Hazel, PV Team

[@ChirlGirl1]

Thank you for explaining this app in way that is easily understandable to beginners!👍🏽

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, glad you found it helpful 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@FitItFitnessNoel]

Thank you!! Question please: Do you have a tutorial on how to insert a workout timer-count down, in a workout video using Capcut? Please share link if you do. Thank you for all you do.

[@isaiahhinsley4625]

Great video but quick question what would you recommend for the frame rate and would you recommend clicking on Smart HDR?

[@woobityboobity3348]

Well organized and easy to understand. Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad you liked it - Hazel, PV Team

[@user-jq4nj4kr1u]

OMG Justin, this is the video that I have been honestly searching for soooo long! Thanks a million! This is my entrance to creativity!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, glad you found it here 😀 - Hazel, PV Team

[@jonik2274]

Hey love your videos! I really need your help, how did you screen record on the iPad with this high quality?

[@Spnfly65]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Soooo helpful for a newbie like me 😊

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, so glad it helped - Hazel, PV Team

[@kw217]

An extremely well structured video, thank you x

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad you enjoyed it. You're welocme - Hazel, PV Team

[@BenStone_]

Thank you 👍 How do I shorten the time between each photo im using to make my video?

[@JuanaPray]

Thank for this! Love it. I just wish they have it for pc. Will update my Capcut! 👍👍👍

[@PrimalVideo]

There is a PC Version - it's great! Justin

[@englishNinjasGrammar]

Wonderful video and software. I am impressed with how easy it is to edit with the software! I am definitely getting it. I do educational videos. So would like to know if there is a screen recorder in the software, if yes, please create a video for us. Thanks in advance and Thanks for the video. 😀

[@fyecoasters]

CapCut is so cool, i was using Luma Fusion but not anymore. I mainly use this for quick editing.

[@PrimalVideo]

Cool, all the best with your edits 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@azzasokrab]

This is amazing, Thank you for the quality information and the super good advice.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, glad you enjoyed it 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@chinny_wendy]

Thank you so much! This was really helpful 🙏

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, so glad it helped - Hazel, PV Team

[@Lia_13563]

Omg thank you so much for the tutorial I'm so good at editing TYSM!❤️

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, great to hear you're great at editing 😀 - Hazel, PV Team

[@patrickjohnson8516]

Thank you for creating this! You did a good job explaining. You made it easy to understand

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful! 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@kmartin1143]

This is amazing and just what I needed. Thank you so much! I really appreciate you taking the time to do this for people like me...our charity works to conserve endangered sea turtles...your tutorial will help us try a new way of getting attention for these animals. So thank you for helping us help sea turtles!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad we're able to help - Hazel, PV Team

[@VickiKunkel]

Thank you for this! Fantastic, helpful, video. One question: Is there a special tool or app you use to create the "mini you" that runs acrosst he bottom of the screen at the beginning, and later walks on and off with the "thumbs up" icon? Or, did you just create that as a normal video and then minimize it?

[@drsheenajoseph]

This was absolutely fantastic!! Thank you Thank you Thank you🎉

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it, cheers 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@patriciaguinn8777]

TYSM😭:)

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem - Hazel, PV Team

[@marioallegranzi1183]

Amazing tutorial! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@PrimalVideo]

Great, you're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@mississippiapple1078]

Thank you SO VERY MUCH!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem - Hazel, PV Team

[@Develope51]

Thanks for your insights, they helped me produce awesome short videos using your tutorials 🙏

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, so glad it helped 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@ChickenTendies03]

Thank you so much for making this video I’m gonna try to edit my first video soon for my KZbin channel

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, all the best with your edits - Hazel, PV Team

[@jv505]

Great video! How is the comparable to Canva? I know they have a feature to edit videos, add music, etc.

[@mrsgemini]

Thank you amazing tutorial!! One of the best I’ve seen!!! I have an iPad Pro 2GB I have been excited to edit on!! You have me so excited to start my new KZbin channel I’m setting up!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem. Excited for your KZbin journey with the iPad Pro. Wishing you all the best on your new channel. - Hazel, PV Team

[@mrsgemini]

@@PrimalVideo Thank you

[@gailannaosullivan564]

Great information. Thank you. You mentioned "annoying and repetitive music" and then exemplified it. It was painful but the information was so well presented that I stayed with it until the end.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you for your feedback! I'm glad you found the information useful and stayed with it until the end. - Hazel, PV Team

[@MrCt40]

Hey @primalvideo thanks so much for this brilliant tutorial much better than anything I’ve seen . I be been doing few CapCut video edits and main issue I’ve found is that when I do my video intro at beginning and then apply audio in later sections for some reason my voice gets muted …!? I’ve tried everything but cannot solve this . Have you ever found this problem? ❤

[@Ilikebourbonalot]

Thank you, great video!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad you liked it - Hazel, PV Team

[@ladylove3617]

WOW this video helped me greatly 👌 THANK YOU SO MUCH for taking the time to explain, I feel much more confident in making my videos now that I know how to use CapCut THANKS TO YOU!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad you found this video helpful 😀 - Hazel, PVA Team

[@thomassorheimdanielsen]

Good one Justin!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, Thomas - Hazel, PV Team

[@foolishmortal5151]

Thank you so much for the tutorial. I can finally be a better editor!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, all the best 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@DreBurris]

This was soooo helpful thank you!!

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad its helpful - Hazel, PV Team

[@CrystalVanner]

*As ALWAYS best youtubber tutorials here. (music was a 'lil distracting tho')* 😆

[@realrussclarke]

Great tutorial Justin thanks!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem - Hazel, PV Team

[@showingaustin]

Thanks for another great one! By far my favorite editing app after trying so many. 😂

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad you found one that suits you best 😀 - Hazel, PV Team

[@medusagg]

very informative, easy to understand! thankyou for sharing

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you, glad it was helpful and easy to follow! 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@manipulatedAI]

Amazing!! Super helpful

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, cheers - Hazel, PV Team

[@lucieMe-zj4vb]

Hi, Thanks alot for this. I am just at the start. I have just come to hitch and I scrolled down the comments to see whether anyone else had asked but I guess they all get it. I am trying the zoom to edit the end but its not working, By pinch to zoom. You do mean the usual way one zooms on an ipad right?

[@nicky_rads]

Sweet video, thanks as always! What would you say are the main difference between VN and CapCut ?

[@MX_CG]

The effects and the fonts and texts and etc

[@Robinskitchen73]

Hey I am using CapCut. Lately I have seen captions on instagrams all in caps with different size of fonts. Can it be done in CapCut or there is any other app for it?

[@chynasworld1041]

Thank You So Much For Doing This Video.👍

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Chyna - Hazel, PV Team

[@71chevyvert]

Great video. you hit on every thing needed 👌🏿

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@RUYINAETENGsMEDICDIARY]

This is beginner friendly,,,, thank you ❤️

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice, you're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@Xane722]

Thankyou for the lesson. I am dyslexic and need this!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, have a great day - Hazel, PV Team

[@foxxycleopatra615]

This tutorial is fantastic. Super helpful!

[@PrimalVideo]

Sounds awesome, glad we're able to help 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@markshirley01]

Hi Im a FCP user do you think it's worth downloading Capcut as well. I now mostly produce reels and stories, Im not being asked to do much KZbin work anymore.

[@lexxieb787]

This one was super helpful and easy to understand. Thank you.

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad you found this helpful 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@kolayotadventures6789]

Very useful tutorial, Thanks!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice, you're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@SuzanneHinton]

OUTSTANDING TUTORIAL!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, Suzanne - Hazel, PV Team

[@cncmediapro]

Hi just a question on the pro feature adjustment for uhd. How do you reduced the smoothness of the video? Thanks

[@1fishmob]

I'm working on a collaborative project,and an editor of mine has capcut. Can filmora project files be transferred to Capcut?

[@ravularajavardhan96]

Thanks man Worth watching ❤

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad you liked it 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@MeghanDonnellyIPY]

Great tutorial, thank you so much

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Meghan - Hazel, PV Team

[@Subscribersearcher]

Thank you!!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@ZakkyBamBamT]

Great tutorial. Simple and concise.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, great to hear that - Hazel, PV Team

[@nicholowski4766]

Is the edit by trascript option still available? I’ve watched your video, awesome btw, but can’t find the button for this editing option. I’m using the app on iPad.

[@meshacalhoun]

So helpful! Thank you for this video

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice, so glad it helped 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@meshacalhoun]

@@PrimalVideo thank you!

[@strongerlongerlife]

So helpful -- thanks man!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, so glad it helped - Hazel, PV Team

[@strongerlongerlife]

Quick question: do you know if I purchase CapCut Pro, can I use it on phone, desktop and iPad? @@PrimalVideo

[@ozlemguler8687]

Thankyou, you made it look very accessible to a newbie here.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, I'm glad the video was helpful for you as a newbie. - Hazel, PV Team

[@MySkyLibra]

Would the usable function or options be less if we don’t sign up for the app?

[@brianbelchick8489]

Great editorial!!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, Brian - Hazel, PV Team

[@ricardostanton-salazar3127]

Thank you. Appreciated. I am thinking about the course mentioned below. R

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Ricardo - Hazel, PV Team

[@AnonymousMortem317]

Do you of "video panda" it make large files smaller without reduceing quality AND THANKS ALOT

[@exposingshirknadeemzakir6570]

Hi Justin, I noticed the webcam was changing directions. Does it recognise and follow a face? If it does, what is it's make & model please?

[@brianbergeron164]

Perfect video for me right now! Question for the community...I am using free version of cap cut on my android for first time and just finished editing my video. Trying to export it but its says I have a pro feature called magnetic. I don't know what this is and can't fond it in my edit...any tips on how to get it off, or it least find it?

[@jessicachannel6449]

I have always wanted to use capcut, I asked my friend if she could teach me but she said it was difficult :) this helped a lot, thank you ❤

[@PrimalVideo]

I'm glad we could help! CapCut can be tricky at first, but with a little guidance, it becomes much easier. Happy editing! 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@TVardanyan]

Hello, can you go over how to do a voiceover? For instance, if I have a no audio file but want to record a video over it, how would that work?

[@mattyx96]

Literally new here - Sorry for the question. If I wanted to edit on my windows PC - how do I import videos from my iPhone to PC in an editable format? Usually iphone vids are default HVEC files and not in mp4, making it more difficult to edit and export/import in general. Are you able to please help a beginner out? 😀

[@emmanuelaazubugwu485]

Woww! I love this😊 Thanks alot👍👍

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@OwenLucasEnglish]

It’s a really thorough and polished tutorial 👍🏻

[@PrimalVideo]

Sounds great, thanks 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@adamkrauss303]

Can you apply sharpening in the mobile and/or desktop versions?

[@DiscoveringTheFoothills]

Thank you, this video was very helpful. I have subscribed and pressed like and look forward to watching more. Question, on my cell I have pro but my web version doesnt look like yours? The editing is on the left and right but not below. Why do you think that is? The account seems to be the same as my cell but the id number is different. Ive tried to figure it out but after spending a hour I had to walk away. Any advice on this would be greatly appreciated.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you! The Web version is different, and is missing a lot of the desktop and mobile features right now. Justin.

[@AngusForbesphoto]

Is there a way to mark a position on the timeline, in Final Cut, I think it's Ctrl M ?

[@Middle_Age_Muscle]

Once you’ve synced audio (after recording voice separately on different mic), how do you keep it synced whilst editing? As soon as I adjust the video even slightly, the audio goes out of sync.

[@Oakcitymedia]

I have Final Cut Pro X is Cap cut worth it instead? Seems easier too

[@RubyRedJewels]

Basically, I was editing a video and was about to export it, but realized I used capcut pro features, so I removed all pro features I can find but there’s one I can’t find, is there a possible way to simply remove all pro features?

[@traceyelliott6891]

Fabulous thank you so much

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Tracey - Hazel, PV Team

[@pierrereyes7770]

Great video!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@omardrammeh7233]

It's a nice class. As a beginner, I learned a lot.

[@PrimalVideo]

Sounds great - Hazel, PV Team

[@easybackyardbbq]

If you buy CapCut on iPhone can you use it on a Chromebook as well?

[@Deemontime]

What’s a good volume to keep your clips at?

[@FYRC15]

How do I multicam edit on iPad Pro? I can’t get each clip to stack on one another. Thanks for your time.

[@TJRohyans]

What if I have multiple short clips that I want on my primary timeline and then edit? As an example, I'm working on building a model airplane, but I only work on it a few hours at a time ending up with several individual clips. How do I bring them all in at once to the primary timeline? And also, can I create an opening title card/clip and save it to reuse for every new project?

[@recordednowhere]

in capcut if i have three different clips on the timeline, lets say A B and C, and if i then select B and shorten the right side of it with the handle, clip c will move along with it, closing the gap. this is intended behavior ("ripple edit", sort of). if i then try to lengthen clip B again by using the right handle, it wont let me. why is that and how can i accomplish that? (how do i extend a clip that's 'stuck' in between two clips?)

[@miguelmejia4656]

good luck getting an answer