Refine AI videos in the CapCut editor

Demo summary
The video walks through CapCut's editing interface to rewrite AI-generated text, replace clips with stock footage, and apply custom fonts and transitions to the generated video.
Step-by-step
- Click Create to generate the initial video up to 10 minutes long.
- Select specific text segments to manually rewrite or click Rewrite to generate a new phrase.
- Click Replace on a clip to swap it with a new AI-generated clip, a stock library clip, or your own upload.
- Click Edit More to open the professional editor interface.
- Select the subtitles and apply a custom font.
- Add transitions between clips and explore free effects.
- Click Export to download the final video.
Options
- Generate a new clip via AI
- Upload stock clips from the CapCut library
- Upload custom video files from external tools like Meta AI
- Use pre-made templates for faster editing
Tips
- Select a font that looks good and add striking transitions to keep viewers engaged for long videos.
- Use the 'Rewrite' button if you want a more striking phrase without manual typing.
- Don't waste time on complex manual editing; focus on subtitles and transitions for a professional look quickly.
Highlights
“This gives you ultradetailed control of every aspect of your video.”
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