Enhance Your Videos with CapCut’s Overlay Feature: A Step-by-Step Guide

Adding an overlay to your video can give it a unique and creative touch. In this article, we will be showing you how to use CapCut’s overlay feature to enhance your videos.

Step 1: Open the CapCut Application

Open the CapCut application on your device and press the “New Project” button located at the bottom right corner of the screen.

Step 2: Select a Video or Picture

Choose a video or picture that you want to add an overlay to. In this tutorial, we will be using a video. Press the “Add” button located at the bottom right corner of the screen.

Step 3: Press the Overlay Button

Go back to the bottom left corner of your screen and press the “Overlay” button, located next to the “Effects” button. Press the “Add Overlay” button located in the middle of the screen.

Step 4: Choose an Overlay

Select an overlay that you want to use. You can find overlays on Tic Tok or YouTube. In this tutorial, we will be using a butterfly overlay. Press the “Add” button located at the bottom right corner of the screen.

Step 5: Resize the Overlay

Resize the overlay to fit the whole screen.

Step 6: Adjust the Audio

If you want to mute the volume, press the volume button located in the middle of the bottom of the screen and turn it to zero.

Step 7: Adjust the Effect and Opacity

Press the overlay again and press the “Splice” button located at the bottom right corner of the screen. Select an effect that suits your video the most. You can also change the opacity of the overlay. In this tutorial, we will be using the “Lighten” effect with an opacity of 75%. Press the “Check Mark” button located next to it.

Step 8: Export the Video

Press the button of an arrow pointing upwards located at the top right corner of the screen and press “Export.” Wait for the video to export and it will be saved to your gallery.

Step 9: Share and Publish

You can share the video on different platforms by using the share button.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you will be able to add an overlay to your videos and make them stand out with a unique and creative touch. Don’t hesitate to experiment with different overlays and effects to find the best fit for your video. Happy editing!

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