Simple step-by-step guide to get you from opening CapCut to exporting your first finished video.

1. ☐ Open CapCut on Your PC

• Launch the CapCut desktop app.

• Click New Project to start fresh.

  💡 Tip: Pin CapCut to your taskbar or desktop for quicker access next time.

2. ☐ Import Your Video Clips

• Click Import or drag and drop your video files into the media library.

• Add your clips to the timeline by dragging them down.

  💡 Tip: Name your files before importing so you can easily keep track of them in the project.

3. ☐ Trim & Cut Your Video

• Move the playhead (the vertical line) to where you want to split.

• Use the Split (Scissors) tool to cut clips.

• Delete unwanted sections by selecting and pressing Delete.

  💡 Tip: Keep clips short and snappy—trim out pauses or mistakes for a cleaner final video.

4. ☐ Add Text or Titles

• Click Text → Add Text.

• Type in your words and adjust font, size, and style.

• Drag the text layer in the timeline to match the clip length.
  💡 Tip: Use clear, bold fonts so your text is easy to read—even on mobile screens.

5. ☐ Add Music or Sound Effects (Optional)

• Click Audio to add background music or effects.

• Adjust the volume so it doesn’t overpower your voice or main video.
  💡 Tip: Fade music in and out for a smoother, more professional sound.

6. ☐ Preview Your Video

• Press Spacebar or click Play to watch through.

• Check timing, text placement, and audio balance.

  💡 Tip: Watch it once with sound and once muted—this helps catch mistakes in visuals or captions.

7. ☐ Export Your Video

• Click Export in the top right corner.

• Choose settings:

• Resolution: 1080p (best balance for quality).

• Format: MP4 (widely supported).

• Frame rate: 30fps (standard) or 60fps (for smoother motion).

• Save to your computer.

  💡 Tip: Name your file clearly (e.g., “CapCut_Project1”) so you can find it later.

✨ You did it! You’ve created your first video in CapCut. Keep this checklist handy until the steps become second nature.