CapCut is a free video editing app designed for mobile devices and desktop computers. It is developed by ByteDance, the company behind TikTok. CapCut allows users to create (record screen, upload media…) and edit videos with a wide range of tools, including trimming, cutting, speed control, filters, effects, text overlays, transitions… you name it. It also offers background music and sound effects, many of which are royalty-free. One of the advantages of CapCut is its user-friendly design. The app can be used anywhere: there is also a web version for those who prefer to edit on a larger screen, you can edit online, on desktop, on smartphone… The applications is easy to navigate even for absolute beginners and it has very good contextual help. CapCut includes furthermore some AI based features like auto-captioning, object tracking, and templates, which help speed up the editing process. For social media content creators, particularly those on TikTok or Instagram, CapCut is especially appealing because it integrates well with social media platforms, and it automatically transforms the image format for the chosen target device or platform. Another advantage is that many features are free in CapCut, where these would cost extra in some other applications. The quality of exports is high, and you can choose different resolution settings depending on your needs.
CapCut has a few drawbacks. While it is free to use, some advanced features are locked behind a paid subscription. The app can also be demanding on your device, especially when working with longer videos or higher resolutions, which might cause lag or crashes. And of course there is the concern about data privacy, as the app is owned by a major tech company with links to social media. Overall, CapCut is a powerful yet accessible tool for video editing, especially suitable for casual or beginner users who want to produce polished content without spending money.
