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CapCut for Mac

CapCut for Mac

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  • Latest Version

    CapCut 4.8.0 LATEST

  • Review by

    Sophia Jones

  • Operating System

    macOS 11.0 Big Sur or later

  • User Rating

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  • Author / Product

    Bytedance Pte. Ltd. / External Link

  • Filename

    capcut_capcutpc_0_1.2.6_installer.dmg

CapCut for Mac is a free, all-in-one video editor and video maker application designed for creating high-quality videos by both novices and seasoned users of similar apps.

Since its appearance on the market, this app managed to quickly rise through the ranks on the Apple Store, becoming currently the #1 app in the Photo & Video category, enabling users of all technical levels to take full control over their video editing projects with access to a wide array of professional tools.

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The app offers streamlined access to AI tools, cloud storage, and a large selection of traditional tools for video stabilization, chrome key usage, smooth slow-motion retiming, keyframe animation, and many other basic and advanced tools.

Some of its most popular intelligent tools include the service for automatic generation of subtitles, background removal, and more.

The app is available for free download, but it also supports unlock of premium subscriptions, the “Pro” tier of use, and standalone cloud storage space subscription.

Key Features
  • Award-winning video editor for Macs.
  • Access a wide array of Basic and Advanced features.
  • Convert video and audio formats with ease.
  • AI tools for advanced editing.
  • Cut, reverse, and change speed.
  • Cloud storage for streamlined project access on the go.
  • AI-powered subtitles insertion and template applications.
  • AI writer for text-driven visuals.
  • Optimized for Apple Silicon Macs.
Installation and Setup

To install CapCut on a Mac, users can either download it from the Mac App Store or other trusted sources such as secure FileHorse servers.

The installation process is automated and intuitive, requiring users only to follow a few instructions.

Once installed, users are required to sign in or create a new account to access the app's features, cloud storage, and the free trial license.

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How to Use

After installing the app, users can start it and start working on a new video editing project using any of the traditional or advanced tools.

This included the ability to easily resize and trim videos, manipulate audio and subtitles, and advanced users can even access keyframe video tools, introduce slow motion retiming, manage complex projects via multi-track module, stabilize videos, automatically generate captions via AI voice recognition service, and much more.

Pre-made presets can accelerate daily workflows, enabling all users to quickly access services such as background removal, 4K image and video upscaling, color correction, old photo restoration, portrait generator, AI text-to-voice in 10 languages, and much more.

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The versatility of this app makes it highly appealing to both novices and video editing professionals, who can take advantage of their previous experience with other popular apps and easily take full control over their school or business projects.

The app also provides cloud storage for easy project access across supported portable devices (iPhone, iPad, and Android) and a fully featured web app accessible from any modern browser.

User Interface

Users can take advantage of the intuitive and easy-to-use interface, making it suitable for beginners and advanced users.

The app's layout allows for seamless navigation between editing tools since it uses a traditional dashboard design that mimics solutions found in many other professional and premium video editing suites such as Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro.

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FAQ

What is CapCut for macOS?
It is a free, all-in-one video editor and video maker application designed for creating high-quality videos on Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, and Web platforms.

Is it safe?
100% yes! This reputable and secure app takes excellent care of user’s personal video projects and files both locally and on cloud storage.

Alternatives

iMovie – A user-friendly video editing software with a wide range of features that comes preinstalled on all modern Macs.

Final Cut Pro – A professional video editing software developed by Apple Inc for use by video professionals.

Adobe Premiere Pro for Mac – The world’s most popular professional video editing suite, accessible as part of Adobe’s Creative Cloud subscription.

VN Video Editor for Mac – A versatile video editing software, providing users with intuitive tools and features to create stunning videos effortlessly on the macOS.

DaVinci Resolve for Mac – A professional-grade video editing and color grading software, offering users powerful tools and features for creating high-quality videos and films.

Filmora for Mac – A versatile video editing software, offering intuitive tools and effects to create stunning videos effortlessly on the macOS

Pricing

This is a free app, with the option for unlocking premium tools and cloud storage access through a Pro subscription plan.

System Requirements
  • OS: macOS 10.14, iOS 12.0 or later, iPadOS 12.0 or later
  • CPU: 64-bit Intel processor or M-series
Languages

This app is translated into the following 25 international languages:

English, Czech, Dutch, Filipino, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, and Vietnamese.

PROS
  • User-friendly interface.
  • A large offering of basic and advanced tools.
  • AI tools for advanced editing.
  • Cloud storage for project access.
  • Free usage tier.
CONS
  • Some advanced features may require a Pro plan.
Conclusion

CapCut for Mac is a popular and versatile video editing app, suitable for both beginners and advanced users.

It features a large selection of tools, including a selection of highly effective AI, premium cloud storage, and a user-friendly interface that make it a valuable tool for creating high-quality videos on Mac devices. Its comprehensive tool offering has made it the number one app on the Mac App Store.

Also Available: Download CapCut for Windows

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