Guide to Creating Templates in CapCut

Jun 2, 2025

Creating a Template in CapCut

Introduction

  • Purpose: Learn how to create a template in CapCut.
  • Benefits: Useful for consistent video themes, social media posts, or recurring content formats.
  • Example: Gepl YouTube channel uses templates for consistent content production.

Getting Started

  • Login: Use your credentials to log in.
    • New Users: Click sign up and follow instructions.

Creating a New Project

  • Access Timeline: Open CapCut, click 'Create a New Project' to enter the timeline.
  • Import Media:
    • Drag and drop videos, photos, and audio.
    • Use CapCut's library if you don't have your own media.

Editing in Timeline

  • Add Videos/Photos:
    • Drag from library to timeline.
    • Resize videos, add layers, and import photos.
  • Create Cohesive Video: Use slider to organize elements.

Adding Animation

  • Access Animation: Top corner section.
  • Apply Animation:
    • Choose free animations (e.g., rotate).
    • Set duration (e.g., 5-10 seconds).
  • Video Animations: Similar process as photos, use effects like 'blinds'.
  • Motion Tracking: Add motion track for direction, scale, and distance.
  • Adjustments:
    • Color correct photos using Adjust button.

Saving as Template

  • Save as Preset: Click 'Save as Preset' to create a template for future use.
    • Example: Save photo settings as 'photo template effect'.
  • Organizing Preset: Can add to your space or use default space.

Settings Configuration

  • Access Settings: Go to menu, click 'Settings'.
  • Adjust Performance:
    • Draft, Edit, Performance, Language, and Notification tabs.
    • Optimize by speeding up hardware encoding, enabling GPU rendering, and using proxy for smoother editing.
  • Auto-clear Rendering Cache: Set to clear when exceeding 10GB.

Finalizing the Template

  • Rename Project: Save as 'template' and auto-save.
  • Using Template:
    • Access from homepage.
    • Edit without starting from scratch.

Sharing and Managing Templates

  • Duplicate Templates: Use duplicate option for collaborations or client feedback.
  • Deleting Templates: Move to trash if no longer needed.

Conclusion

  • Summary: You can create, share, and manage video templates in CapCut.
  • End Note: Thank viewers for watching and invite to next video.