Chapter 4

Effects & Exporting

Add transitions, filters, and export your finished video as an MP4 to share everywhere

Creative video effects and colorful visual editing

Polish Your Video

  • Transitions are animations between clips — click the + icon between clips on the timeline to add one

  • CapCut has hundreds of free transitions: fade, slide, zoom, glitch, and more

  • Use "Filters" on your video clips to change the color mood (cinematic, vivid, cool, warm)

  • Add animated text with "Text" → "Animation" to make words fly in and out

  • Use "Stickers" to add animated graphics and overlays to your footage

  • Add a branded intro using a CapCut template with your name

  • To export: click the "Export" button (top right) → choose resolution → click "Export"

  • For best quality, choose 1080p or 4K at 60fps for smooth gaming footage

Final Touches Before Exporting in CapCut

  1. 1

    Add transitions between every clip using the + icon

  2. 2

    Apply a color filter for a cinematic look

  3. 3

    Add an intro title card ("Forza Horizon 6 Highlights by Alexander")

  4. 4

    Add an outro card ("Thanks for watching! Subscribe for more!")

  5. 5

    Preview the full video by pressing the play button

  6. 6

    Click Export → choose 1080p → Export

  7. 7

    Share your video on YouTube or with friends!

Did you know?

CapCut lets you export directly to TikTok and other platforms — or save as MP4 to your computer!