How to add sound effects in CapCut

CapCut has quickly become the favorite mobile video editor thanks to its versatility, intuitiveness, and reliability. Like any other software, some aspects of the app can be difficult to navigate, especially if you are a beginner.

If you are trying to add sound effects in CapCut, you have come to the right place. We have a lot to analyze, so let’s get started.

How to add sound effects in CapCut

Adding sound effects in CapCut is relatively easy. First, make sure your video has the required audio. If your video doesn’t have the audio you want, see the sections below to add it.

You can skip these steps if your video already has the audio you like.

How to Add Audio to Your Video Using the CapCut Audio Library

To add audio to your video using the built-in CapCut audio library, follow the steps below.

1. Open CapCut on your Android either iPhone.
   
2. On the home screen, tap the “New Project” widget.
   
3. Select the video you want to add audio to.
   
4. Click the “Add” button to add the video you selected above to the video editing panel.
   
5. Go to “Audio” and then select “Sounds.”
   
6. Explore the audio library by browsing the tags provided and reviewing the audio files listed under each tag.
   
7. Tap an audio file to hear how it sounds.
   
8. Tap the download icon followed by the add icon to add the audio file to your video.
   
9. If the audio length is longer than the video, tap it and use the straight vertical line to specify the part of the audio you want to cut.
   
10. Tap “Split”, then select the part you want to delete and select the trash icon.
    

Your video should now include the audio you just added.

Tip: If you frequently use the audio you selected above, tap the star icon next to it to add it to your favorites. This makes it very easy to access it later when you want to use it.

To find your favorites, follow the steps below.

1. Go to the video editing panel and select “Audio.”
   
2. Go to “Sounds” and on the next screen, tap the star icon.
   
3. You should now see all your favorite audio files.
   

How to add audio to your video by extracting it from another video

If you have another video on your phone with audio that you want to use in your current video, you can easily do so by extracting it. Below is how to carry out the process.

1. Add the video you want to add audio to to the editing panel.
   
2. Tap “Audio.”
   
3. Tap “Extracted” and select the video that has the audio you would like to use for your current video.
   
4. Tap the “Import Sound Only” button.
   
5. The audio should now be automatically added to your current video.
   

How to add audio to your video by recording it

You can also do voiceovers for your video. To do so, record the audio by following the steps below.

1. Click “New Project” to add the video you want to edit to the editing panel.
   
2. Tap “Audio” and then “Record.”
   
3. Record the audio and once you’re done, tap the checkmark icon in the bottom right corner of the screen to complete the process.
   

Now that you have the audio for your video, move on to the next section to find out how to add sound effects.

How to add sound effects to a video using CapCut

To add sound effects to your video using CapCut, follow the steps below.

1. Open the video you want to add sound effects to by selecting it on the app’s home screen. Alternatively, tap “New Project” if you haven’t already included it in the app.
   
2. Tap “Audio” and then “Effects.”
   
3. Swipe across the sound tags to find the sound effects you want. You can also use the search function if you know exactly what you want.
   
4. Once you’ve found your preferred sound effect, tap it to hear what it will sound like in your video.
   To use a sound effect in your video, tap the download icon followed by the plus icon.
   
5. Now, press the play button and listen to it blend with the audio of your video. If you don’t like it, you can select it and then press the trash icon to delete it.
   
6. When you have the sound effect that best suits your video, click the arrow icon in the upper right corner of the screen to export it to online platforms or save it to your device.
   

How to add voice effects to your video

You can also add voice effects to your video. As the name suggests, voice effects alter the voice of your video’s audio. For example, you can make the audio sound like a robot or a chipmunk.

To add voice effects to your video using CapCut, follow the steps below.

1. Open the video you want to add voice effects to and tap “Edit.”
   
2. Swipe right and choose “Voice Effects.”
   
3. Select your preferred voice effect and press the play icon to see if it suits your video.
   
4. Once you’re happy with the final results, click the checkmark icon in the bottom right corner of the screen to add the effect to your video.
   

Note: The steps to add sound effects to a video in CapCut are similar for Android and iPhone. So these steps should work on any phone you use.

How to add a sound effect to your favorites

Adding a sound effect to your favorites helps you access them faster the next time you want to use it. Below is how to carry out the process.

1. In the video editing panel, go to “Audio” and choose “Effects.”
   
2. Click the star icon next to the sound effect you want to add to your favorites.
   
3. To find the list of your favorite sound effects the next time you want to edit a video, go to the “favorites” panel.
   

How to remove a section you don’t want from an audio clip

One of the most powerful aspects of video editing is the ability to remove the parts you don’t want and keep the parts you do want. Sometimes the audio files or sound effects you add to your video may be longer than the length of the video itself, making it necessary to trim a section of the clip. To remove sections of audio you don’t want, follow the steps below.

1. Select the video from the home screen to open the editing panel.
   
2. Select the audio and specify the part you want to delete by marking it with the horizontal line provided.
   
3. Select “Split” and click the trash icon from the options provided below the video editing panel.
   

How to remove sound from an existing video

To remove sound from an existing video, follow the steps below.

1. Open the video in the editing panel.
   
2. Once the editing panel is loaded, tap “Audio.”
   
3. Tap “Mute Clip Audio” and then tap the arrow icon in the top right corner of the screen to save the file.
   

Frequently asked questions

Is CapCut music copyrighted?

Yes, some of the music in the CapCut library is copyrighted. It is best to be very careful before posting on platforms that do not allow copyrighted material. For example, YouTube does not allow the use of copyrighted materials, especially for monetized videos. Doing so could have dire consequences, such as receiving copyright strikes or a permanent ban on your account.

Can I use sound effects in a video that does not have audio?

Yes, you can add sound effects to a video that does not have audio. However, it is often best to add audio to your video before incorporating sound effects.

Add extra charm to your videos by incorporating sound effects

As you can see, adding sound effects to your video using CapCut is a relatively simple task. Simply navigate to the video editing panel and choose “Audio” and then “Effects.” Then browse the provided sound effects and choose the one that best suits your video. You can also customize the sound effects to match your preferences. For example, you can increase or decrease the volume or add a corresponding voice effect.

And be sure to add your favorite sound effects to your favorites panel so they’re easier to access the next time you want to use them.

What are your favorite sound effects to use in CapCut? Did you use the methods described in this article? Let us know your experience adding sound effects in CapCut in the comments section below.