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Music is one of the essential components of a video, yet it is often overlooked. If you are using CupCut, this all-in-one video editing app has the option to add music. And most of the music you can find there is royalty-free.
But how do you add music in CapCut? This article will guide you through the steps and different methods to add music in CapCut on both iPhone and Android.
How to add music to CapCut from an iPhone
There are four simple methods to add music to CapCut using an iPhone.
First, we’ll talk about how to add the free music CapCut offers as a background to your video.
- Tap Create a new projectin the CapCut app on your phone.
- Includes a video or image that will be backed by music.
- Click on the Audiomenu.
- Choose sounds.
- Choose an existing music genre.
- Choose a CapCut Music song to use and tap the download icon together with him.
- The download icon will turn into a further (+) button once the song is downloaded. Select this option to add music as the background sound of the video.
You can also upload music from your device and use it in your video. Here’s how to do it:
- Make sure you have included the image or video that will be displayed with the music in your gallery.
- Open the Audiomenu and choose thesoundsoption.
- To search for music in CapCut, go to Your soundsmenu tab and select From the device.
- Choose the prepared music from the device, then press the button +to the side to load it into CapCut.
You can also extract sounds from videos for future use. To do so, the steps are:
- Open the Audio menu at the bottom.
- Choose the Extracted option.
- Find and choose the video you want to extract sound from.
- Select the Import only sound option.
Finally, you can add voiceovers to your video. It is relatively simple with these steps:
- Open the Audiomenu.
- Choose the Narration option.
- To start recording your voice, press and hold the recorder key. Press Allow in the pop-up window to enable voiceover immediately.
- Start speaking while holding down the record button. When you have finished speaking, press the record button again.
How to add music to CapCut from an Android device
The CapCut Android app is similar to the app for iOS devices. Therefore, the steps and methods to add music to a video will be similar to those listed above.
First, we’ll look at how to use the free music that CapCut provides as a background for your video. To do so, follow these steps:
- In the CapCut app on your phone, tap Create a new project.
- Add a video or image that will be accompanied by music.
- Scroll down and select the Audio eyelash.
- Select sounds.
- Choose an existing music genre.
- Select a CapCut Music song and tap the download icon.
- Once the music has been downloaded, the download symbol will change to a further Button (+). Tap this button to make the piece the background sound of the video.
You can also use music from your smartphone in your video by uploading it from your device. Here’s how to do it:
- Make sure you have added the image or video from your phone that will be displayed with the music.
- Go to the Audio menu and select the sounds option.
- Navigate to the your sounds menu tab and select From the device to search for music.
- From the device, choose the desired song, then press the button + to the side to load it into CapCut.
You can also extract sounds from videos to use later. The steps are the following:
- Navigate to the Audio option at the bottom.
- Select the Extracted option.
- Find and choose the video you want to extract sound from.
- Choose Import only sound in the dropdown menu.
Finally, you can incorporate voiceovers into your video with these steps:
- Navigate to the Audio option.
- Select the Narration option.
- Press and hold the recorder key to start recording your voice. To activate voiceover immediately, click Allow in the pop-up window.
- Start speaking while holding down the record button. When you have finished speaking, press the record button one more time.
Additional FAQs
Can you edit music in CapCut?
If you can. The method to edit music in CapCut is as follows:
1. Select the song to edit.
2. Right click on the video clip and go to Speed eyelash.
3. Select the Curve optionand the Habitoption with three horizontal lines.
4. To alter the sound, you must tap it again. You can add a rhythm at any time by clicking the Add rhythmbutton in the upper right corner. You can also slow down the pace of the selected video clip.
Can I adjust the volume of clips in CapCut?
In CapCut, you can independently change the volume level of each clip loaded on your timeline. Here’s how to do it:
1. Tap and choose the relevant clip on your timeline.
2. Hit the Volume button at the bottom of the screen.
3. Use the slider to set the volume to the appropriate level.
4. Click the Check mark in the lower right corner to save your settings when you’re done.
The volume of the selected clip should now adjust to your liking.
Is it possible to add music from Spotify?
Yes, you can add music from Spotify. Although there is no direct way to do this, it is still possible. Just download the desired song from Spotify, add the audio from your phone, and follow the steps to add music from your phone mentioned above.
Have the music you want in your videos
Background music is crucial in any audio and video medium. When recording a video, background music will bring the viewer closer to the mood and atmosphere you want to achieve. To get the most out of adding sound to a video, try to find a rhythm that matches the movements in the video. Additionally, you can use audio effects at various points during the video to optimally match the music genre with the atmosphere of the clip.
Also, if you want more variety than what the CapCut library offers, you can try other free music libraries like Filmora. The library offers audio tracks organized into different categories, making it easy to find a suitable song. It also gives you the option to add sound effects.
Have you ever added music in CapCut? Do you have a favorite genre of CapCut music that is available? Let us know in the comments section below!
