How to Use a CapCut Template from TikTok

Scrolling through TikTok, you've definitely seen them: viral videos with impressive effects, slick transitions, and perfectly synced audio that look like they took hours to create. The secret? They probably didn't. Many of those eye-catching clips are made in minutes using CapCut templates. This guide will show you exactly how to find and use these templates directly from TikTok to create amazing content without needing any professional video editing skills.

Why CapCut Templates Are a Content Creator's Best Friend

Before we get into the step-by-step process, it's worth understanding why these templates have become so popular for brands, creators, and marketers. They are not just a fun feature, they are a powerful tool for staying relevant and producing high-quality content quickly.

Here's the deal:

• Speed and Efficiency: The biggest advantage is time. Instead of spending hours editing a video from scratch - cutting clips, syncing audio, adding effects, and arranging transitions - a template provides the entire framework. All you need to do is plug in your own photos and videos. This allows you to produce more content in less time, keeping your feed active and your audience engaged.
• Access to Trends: TikTok moves fast. A sound or video format can go viral overnight, and jumping on that trend while it's hot is important for visibility. CapCut templates are often built around these very trends. By using a popular template, you're instantly tapping into a current conversation, increasing the chances of your video getting picked up by the algorithm.
• Professional Polish, No Experience Needed: You don't have to be a video editing pro to create a video that *looks* professional. The templates are designed by other creators who have already done the hard work of timing out the effects and transitions. You get to benefit from their creative skills, giving your content a polished and high-quality feel that helps your brand or profile look more established.
• Creative Inspiration: Sometimes, the hardest part of creating content is coming up with an idea. Templates can be a great starting point when you're feeling stuck. Browsing through templates can spark inspiration for the kind of story you want to tell or the product you want to showcase.

How to Find Trending CapCut Templates Directly on TikTok

Finding the right template is the first step, and thankfully, TikTok makes it pretty easy. You don't have to go searching through the CapCut app itself. You can find everything you need right inside TikTok while you're scrolling.

Method 1: The For You Page (FYP) Scavenger Hunt

This is the most common and organic way to discover templates. As you browse your For You Page, pay attention to the videos you see.

1. Scroll through your FYP as you normally would.
2. Look for videos that have interesting editing, transitions, or effects that you'd like to replicate.
3. In the bottom left corner of the video, just above the creator's name and caption, look for a small icon with the words: "CapCut · Try this template."

When you see that button, you've found a video made with a publicly available CapCut template. Any video that uses a shareable template will have this button, making it super easy to jump right into the editor with that exact style.

Method 2: Use the TikTok Search Bar

If you're looking for a specific style of video or want to see a variety of template options, the search bar is your best tool. This method gives you more control over the types of templates you find.

1. Tap the magnifying glass icon at the top right of the TikTok app to open the search page.
2. In the search bar, type in phrases like "CapCut template" or "photo dump template." Get specific if you have something in mind, such as "2023 recap template" or "trending CapCut templates."
3. After searching, you'll see a mix of videos, profiles, and sounds. Just like with the FYP method, look for videos that feature the "CapCut · Try this template" button. You may even see a dedicated banner at the top of the search results that says "Find related templates on CapCut." Tapping this will also give you great options.

Method 3: Check Out Creator Profiles

Some creators specialize in making and sharing CapCut templates. If you find a creator whose style you really like, it's worth checking out their profile for more templates. At the top of their video grid (alongside tabs for their public videos, private videos, and liked videos), some creators may have a dedicated tab with the CapCut logo. This tab exclusively houses all the videos they've made using templates, making it a goldmine for finding great editing styles.

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Using a CapCut Template from TikTok

Once you've found the perfect template, using it takes just a minute. Here's the process from start to finish. For this walkthrough, we'll assume you've already downloaded the free CapCut app from your phone's app store and have it installed.

Step 1: Tap the Template Button in TikTok

You've found a video with the "CapCut · Try this template" link. Go ahead and tap on it. A new screen will pop up at the bottom, showing a preview of the template with placeholder media. Here, you'll see a big, bold button labeled "Use template." Sometimes, this button will say "Use template in CapCut." They both do the same thing.

Step 2: Start Your Project in CapCut

Tap the "Use template" button. This will automatically close TikTok and open the CapCut app on your phone, loading the template you just selected. If it's your first time doing this, your phone may ask you to grant CapCut permission to access your photos and videos. You'll need to allow this to continue.

Step 3: Select Your Photos and Videos

Once inside CapCut, you'll see the template's structure at the bottom of the screen. It will show a series of empty boxes, each representing a clip in the final video. Underneath, CapCut will usually tell you how many clips you need to select. Your phone's entire camera roll will be visible here.

Simply tap on the photos and videos you want to include in the order you'd like them to appear. As you select each piece of media, it will populate one of the empty boxes in the template.

Step 4: Preview and Make Adjustments

After you've selected all your clips, tap the "Preview" button in the bottom right corner. CapCut will generate a preview of your finished video with your media slotted into the template, complete with all the effects, music, and transitions.

Now is a good time to fine-tune your clip selection. Maybe one photo doesn't look right, or a video clip is cropped awkwardly. You can often tap on a specific clip in the timeline at the bottom to replace or adjust its cropping. Not all templates allow extensive edits within their framework, as the timings are usually locked, but you can usually swap out media easily.

Step 5: Export Your Masterpiece

Once you're happy with the preview, it's time to export. Look for the "Export" button, typically in the top right corner of the screen.

Tapping it will give you a few options. The most important one is the choice between exporting a regular video or exporting specifically for TikTok. You'll see a button that says "Save and share to TikTok."

Always choose this option. Why? When you export with the "Save and share to TikTok" button, CapCut will render your video without a watermark. If you choose the standard "Save" option, your video will have a prominent CapCut watermark at the end, which can look less professional.

Step 6: Post on TikTok

After the video finishes exporting, CapCut will again automatically open the TikTok app, taking you directly to the final posting screen. Your new, watermark-free video will be loaded and ready to go.

From here, you can treat it like any other TikTok video. Add your caption, use relevant hashtags, tag locations or people, and choose your cover image. When you're ready, hit post!

Troubleshooting: What if You Can't See the "Try this template" Button?

Sometimes you'll see an amazing video and know it's a template, but the button is missing. This is a common issue, and there are a few reasons why it might be happening:

• Apps Aren't Updated: Make sure both your TikTok and CapCut apps are updated to the latest version. This feature requires updated software on both ends to function properly.
• Creator Didn't Link It: Not all videos made with CapCut will have the link. The creator has to choose to share their video with the template attached. If they didn't, the button won't appear.
• Geographical Restrictions: In some regions, certain features or sounds may be unavailable, which could impact the template linking feature.
• A Simple Glitch: Technology isn't perfect. Sometimes, a temporary bug can prevent the button from showing up. A quick fix can be to close both apps and restart your phone.

If you still can't get it to work for a specific video, your best bet is to try using the search bar to find a similar template that does have the link available.

Final Thoughts

Leveraging CapCut templates from TikTok is an incredibly efficient way to elevate your social media content without a steep learning curve. It helps you stay on top of trends, produce polished videos quickly, and focus more on your creative ideas rather than getting bogged down by technical editing tasks.

Once you've created all this amazing video content, keeping it organized and scheduled can feel like a full-time job. This is why we built Postbase to help. We designed our platform specifically for today's social media landscape, which is all about video. You can upload all your newly-created TikToks and Reels to our visual calendar, see your entire content strategy at a glance, and schedule everything to go live across all your platforms with just a few clicks. It's the perfect way to make sure your great content gets seen without the manual stress of posting everywhere.