How to Add Shake Effect in CapCut

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How to Add Shake Effect in CapCut

Adding a shake effect to your videos can inject energy and excitement, making your content more engaging for viewers. Whether you’re creating dynamic transitions or emphasizing specific moments, CapCut offers a straightforward way to apply shake effects. This guide will walk you through the steps to add a shake effect in CapCut, helping you enhance your videos with this popular technique.​

🎬 What Is the Shake Effect?

The shake effect simulates camera movement, creating a jittery or vibrating visual that adds intensity or emphasis to your video. It’s commonly used in action scenes, music videos, or to highlight dramatic moments.​

📱 How to Add Shake Effect in CapCut (Mobile)

  1. Open CapCut: Launch the CapCut app on your mobile device.​

  2. Create a New Project: Tap on “New Project” and select the video clip you want to edit.​

  3. Add the Clip to Timeline: Once your video is imported, it will appear on the editing timeline.​

  4. Access Effects: Tap on the “Effects” button located at the bottom of the screen.​

  5. Choose Basic Effects: Navigate to the “Basic” category to find standard effects.​

  6. Select the Shake Effect: Scroll through the effects and select “Shake.”​

  7. Adjust the Effect: After applying, you can adjust the intensity and duration of the shake effect to suit your preference.​

  8. Preview and Export: Play back your video to see the effect in action. If satisfied, proceed to export your video.​

💻 How to Add Shake Effect in CapCut (Desktop)

  1. Launch CapCut: Open the CapCut application on your computer.​

  2. Import Your Video: Click on “Import” to add your video file to the project.​

  3. Add to Timeline: Drag and drop the video onto the editing timeline.​

  4. Access Effects Panel: Click on the “Effects” tab located at the top of the screen.​

  5. Browse Basic Effects: In the effects panel, navigate to the “Basic” category.​

  6. Apply the Shake Effect: Find and double-click on the “Shake” effect to apply it to your video.​

  7. Customize the Effect: Adjust the parameters such as intensity and duration in the settings panel to achieve the desired shake effect.​

  8. Export Your Video: Once you’re satisfied with the effect, export your video in your preferred format.​

🎥 Visual Tutorial

For a step-by-step visual guide on adding shake effects in CapCut, watch the following tutorial: