How to Find and Use Trending CapCut Templates for TikTok
Unsure how to find, use, and create CapCut templates? Good thing for you, we’ve put together a guide to help you every step of the way.

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What is CapCut?
Why do people use CapCut?
- Basic editing tools: You can quickly and easily trim, split, merge, and rearrange clips.
- Effects and filters: There are a variety of visual effects, transitions, and filters you can add to your video using CapCut.
- Speed adjustments: Want to change the speed of your video? You can create slow-motion, fast-motion, and time-lapse effects.
- Text and stickers: You can add text overlays, stickers, and more to your videos to make them more engaging.
- Music and sound: Add music, sound effects, and voiceover narration to your videos quickly.
What are CapCut templates?
How do CapCut templates work?
- Find a template: You can browse the template library in CapCut either by category, keyword or popular trend.
- Select and replace: Whenever you find a template you like, scroll through your media library on your phone or computer and choose the photos or videos you want to upload.
- Customize: Not completely happy with the video? That’s okay—you can adjust it to your liking by choosing different timing, adding your own text, and playing around with the overall effects and music.
- Export and share: Happy with what you created? Great! Once you’re completely happy, all you have to do is export and share it to whatever platform you want.
How to upload CapCut templates to TikTok
- Click “Export” in the top right corner of your completed video
- Select “Save and share to TikTok” if you want to share it without the CapCut watermark
- Click “Add Sound” at the top of the screen once TikTok opens and your video is uploaded to the app
- From here, you can search for trending audio or another song you want to have included in your video
- Write out your caption, add your hashtags, location, and any tags you think are relevant
- Click “Post” and that’s it. You’ve uploaded your CapCut template to TikTok!
How to make CapCut templates?
Planning and Preparation
- Concept: Choose a theme, trend, or specific purpose for your template. Will it be funny, informative, aesthetic, or something else?
- Structure: Decide on the overall structure of your template. How many clips will it have? What transitions will you use? Sketch out a storyboard or timeline to visualize the flow.
- Media: Gather your resources. This could include your own photos and videos, royalty-free stock footage, sound effects, and music. Ensure you have the right to use everything you include.
- Effects and text: Plan which effects, overlays, and text overlays you want to incorporate. Consider how they contribute to your overall theme and message.
Creating the Template in CapCut
- Start a new project: Open CapCut and create a new project.
- Add your media: Import your photos, videos, sound effects, and music to the project library.
- Build the structure: Arrange your media according to your planned timeline. Add transitions, effects, and text overlays where applicable.
- Adjust details: Fine-tune the timing, adjust effect parameters, and refine your text placements.
- Preview and polish: Watch your entire template to ensure it flows smoothly and achieves your desired aesthetic. Make final adjustments as needed.
Sharing your template
- Export: Choose a suitable resolution and export your template as a video.
- Template platform: Decide where you want to share your template. Some options include:
- Upload directly to CapCut: You can submit your template for review and potentially get it featured in the official “Templates” library.
- Social media: Share your template video on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube, using relevant hashtags like #CapCutTemplate and #FreeCapCutTemplate.
- Dedicate website/blog: If you create templates regularly, consider creating a dedicated website or blog to showcase them.
How to find trending CapCut templates?
TikTok FYP
CapCut’s template library
Website and blogs
Check hashtags
What are the downsides of using CapCut templates?
Potential copyright issues
Overused trends


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