Masking AI effects over real footage in CapCut

Demo summary
The user demonstrates using the Mask tool in CapCut to blend a Pika AI 'deflate' effect with original footage of a hand holding a knife.
Step-by-step
- Place the original footage on the timeline
- Drag the AI effect clip onto the track above the original footage
- Select the top clip and navigate to the Basic tool menu
- Click on Mask and select a shape, such as Rectangle
- Reposition and rotate the mask to reveal the desired subject from the bottom layer
- Adjust the Feather setting to create a soft blur between the masked areas
Options
- Choose from various mask shapes beyond the rectangle
- Feather the edge to create a soft transition
Tips
- Use masking to combine original footage with effects shots for more advanced editing
- Feathering the edge creates a nice soft blur between the masked area and the original footage
Highlights
“that's just a really good way on how to combine your original footage with with an effects shot”
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