Additional Information

A free all-in-one video editing app that helps you create incredible videos!

Version CapCut 4.8.0
Requirements

Windows 10/Windows 11

Updated October 18, 2024
Author ByteDance Pte. Ltd.
Category Video Software
License Freeware
Language English
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Overview

CapCut for PC is an easy-to-use free video editor app originally released only for mobile platforms that is now also available on any modern desktop or laptop Windows PC. Revolutionize your video creation with versatile editing, AI-powered tools, collaborative workflows, and a vast library of stock assets.
Overview

With a wide array of tools and the ability to completely transform ordinary videos into eye-catching presentations, this lightweight app can easily become the main video enhancement tool for every PC user who wants to spice up their video archive. Used by more than 100 users from all around the world, this video editor from Bytedance Pte. Ltd. can now be enjoyed on PC.
  • Easy to use
  • High quality
  • Top Music Hits/Sounding incredible
  • Stickers and Text
  • Effects

CapCut prides itself on its intuitive interface that can be used even by complete video editing novices, and a wide array of advanced techniques for completely updating every aspect of the video presentation. Traditional tools such as resizing, trimming, and tweaking video files represent just the tip of the iceberg of what this app is capable of.

With a simple press of a button, this video editor can add an incredible array of cool effects, overlay texts, stickers, photos and even videos with the help of predefined themes introduce new sounds and music, re-colorize videos with dozens of trendy filters, and most impressively, detect elements shown on screen, isolate them from their environment, and add totally different background around them!

All of this and much more are available in CapCut Video Editor without the need for the user to learn complicated techniques for video editing. Instead of that, they can just load a video and start experimenting with easy-to-use tools that can completely transform their video in a few clicks.

CapCut for PC using an Android emulator

Also, to get CapCut up and running on PC, Windows OS users simply need to download and install any of the modern Android Emulators such as Bluestacks and LDPlayer that are more than enough capable to reliably and quickly run not only demanding 3D video games but can also incredibly easy run a video editing app such as CapCut Desktop.

Both of these emulators come with automated installers and out-of-the-box integrated support for Google services. Users can download the official app from Play Store or install the CapCut app from the APK archive with a simple drag & drop move. Once CapCut is installed in the emulator, the users can simply run it as it was any other native PC app.

Main Features

  • Basic video editing: trim, split, merge, adjust speed (0.1x-100x) and speed curves, zoom in/out effects, freeze feature, and transition effects.
  • Advanced video editor: keyframe animation, slow-motion (optical flow and speed curve tool), chroma key, multi-track timeline, and stabilization.
  • Intelligent features: auto-captions (automate speech recognition and subtitles), text-to-speech (multiple languages and voices), and background removal (automatically remove background for free).
  • Text and stickers: add text with different fonts, styles, and unique templates (locally imported), and subtitles to video tracks (move and adjust in one step).
  • Trending effects and filters: diverse filters are updated weekly with the latest trends, hundreds of trending effects (e.g., Glitch, Blur, 3D), and movie-style video filters (adjust brightness, contrast, etc.).
  • Music and sound effects: add millions of music clips and sound effects, and extract audio, clips, and recordings from videos.
  • Easy to share: custom video export resolution, support for 4K 60fps and smart HDR, and adjust the format and share on social media platforms.

FAQ

What is CapCut?

Answer: CapCut is a video editing software that allows users to create and edit high-quality videos on their Windows computers.

Is CapCut for PC free?
Answer: Yes, CapCut from TikTok company ByteDance, is completely free to use.

Can I use CapCut for Windows offline without an internet connection?
Answer: Yes, you can use CapCut Desktop Offline without an internet connection, but you will need an internet connection to download the software and access some of its features.

What video formats does CapCut support?
Answer: It supports the most popular video formats, including MP4, MOV, AVI, and more.

Can I use CapCut to edit audio files?
Answer: Yes, you can use CapCut Client to edit audio files and add them to your video projects.

Is CapCut for PC easy to use?
Answer: Yes, CapCut is designed to be user-friendly and easy to use, even for beginners.

Can I add text and captions to my videos with CapCut?
Answer: Yes, It includes a text and caption tool that allows you to add text and captions to your videos in a variety of fonts and styles.

Does CapCut include special effects and filters?
Answer: Yes, It includes a wide range of special effects and filters that you can use to enhance your videos.

How can I export my edited video with CapCut for PC?
Answer: It allows you to export your edited video in a variety of formats and resolutions, including MP4, MOV, and more.

Where can I download CapCut for Windows?
Answer: It can be downloaded from the official CapCut website or from FileHorse - free software download website.

Alternatives

Filmora
: An easy-to-use video editing software with a wide range of features, including basic editing tools, effects, and transitions, suitable for beginners and casual users.

DaVinci Resolve: A comprehensive video editing and color grading program that provides advanced editing tools and a robust color correction system.

Adobe Premiere Pro: A professional-grade video editing software with advanced features, ideal for experienced editors and filmmakers.

Movavi Video Editor Plus: The perfect tool to bring your creative ideas to life and share them with the world. Make your videos rock with special effects, keyframe animation, and ready-made intros.

VN Video Editor: An easy-to-use and free video editing app with no watermark. The intuitive interface makes video editing simple, with no prior knowledge needed.

OpenShot: A free and open-source video editing software that provides basic editing features, a simple interface, and support for multiple tracks and layers. It is suitable for beginners and casual users.

System Requirements

  • Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11 (64-bit)
  • CPU: Intel or AMD processor, 64-bit.
  • Memory: At least 4GB RAM, but 8GB or more is recommended for better performance.
  • Graphics Card: Intel HD Graphics 5000 or later; NVIDIA GeForce GTX 700 or later; AMD Radeon R5 or later.
  • Free Disk Space: At least 2GB of free disk space for installation and additional storage for video files.

It is also recommended to have a fast and stable internet connection for the best experience when using CapCut, especially for accessing cloud-based features and downloading updates.

PROS

  • Gain entry to a diverse selection of trendy stickers, transitions, effects, filters, and music
  • Applicable for a wide range of creative objectives
  • Keyboard shortcuts and multitasking
  • Ensures secure encryption of stored data for enhanced protection

CONS

  • Limited functionality
  • Compatibility issues

Conclusion
 
CapCut is 100% FREE and can be easily run on any modern Windows 11 or Windows 10. It is a powerful and user-friendly video editing tool that is well-suited for creating and editing videos on your PC or Laptop.

Previous versions More »

4.8.0 October 18, 2024 2.2 MB 4.6.0 October 11, 2024 2.2 MB 4.3.0 September 01, 2024 2.2 MB 4.1.0 August 11, 2024 2.2 MB 4.0.0 June 25, 2024 2.2 MB 3.5.0 March 27, 2024 2.2 MB