CapCut For PC – Download For Windows 7/8/10 & Mac Os Free!
You can now CapCut on your PC! CapCut is one of the most popular tools for cutting and editing videos and it’s finally available for Windows and macOS users. CapCut is free to download and use, so if you’ve been looking for an easy way to edit videos without paying anything, now is your chance. Below, I show you how to install CapCut on a PC or Mac with an android emulator.
To install CapCut on your PC, download and install an android emulator on your computer then log into the Google Play Store. Search for the CapCut app (formally Viamaker) then install it. Once the installation is done, use it as you would on your mobile device but now on a larger and more immerssive screen.
Unlike other video editing software such as Adobe Premier Pro, Sony Vegas, or Apple Final Cut Pro X which cost hundreds of dollars upfront with recurring monthly fees thereafter, Capcut offers a $0 price tag with no future commitments.
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How to Install CapCut on PC and Mac
There are two common methods for installing CapCut on your PC as follows:
1. Install CapCut using BlueStacks
For this method, the steps are as follows:
- Install BlueStacks on your PC or Mac.
- Log into your Google Play Store with your Google account.
- Open BlueStacks and search for “CapCut“. Click on the app to open its Play Store page.
- Scroll down until you see a button that says ‘Install’. Click on this button to install the app.
- Once installed, run Capcut from your home screen or apps list. If there is no icon in either location, try restarting BlueStack once more before troubleshooting further.
Each time you want to use the app, launch the BlueStacks emulator then search in your App Library for it.
2. Install CapCut using Nox Player
The second method is to use another android emulator which is the Now Player as follows:
- Launch and install the Nox Player android emulator on your PC or Mac.
- Log in with your Google account.
- Search for the CapCut app from the Google Play Store then click on the ‘Install’ button to install it on your PC or Mac. Find the app on your PC then run it as you wish.
The Nox Player and BlueStacks android emulators are simply the same software save for a few differences in design.
CapCut App Details and Requirements
System Requirements | Minimum Requirements | Recommended Requirements |
Operating System | MS Windows 7/8/8.1/10 or higher | MS Windows 10 (64-bit) |
GPU | 2GB GPU VRAM | 4GB GPU VRAM |
Graphics Card | AMD Radeon HD6570 or NVIDIA GT 630 | AMD Radeon R9 270 or NVIDIA GTX 660 or higher |
Storage Space on Hard Drive | 10 GB or more | SSD (Solid State Disk) for the best user experience |
RAM | 4GB RAM | 8GB for HD content, 16GB for 4K content or higher |
Display resolution | 1280 x 800 | 1920 x 1080 or higher |
CapCut Benefits and Features
Some of the reasons why you need to have this app include the following:
It’s free
The CapCut app is free which means it is very affordable to download it and use it on your PC. There are no monthly subscription charges that you pay for this app unlike other similar apps. This makes it cost effective in the long run because there will be no hidden costs of having additional services added to your payment plan later down the road or every month like some other companies offer their customers.
It’s easy to use
The app’s user interface is very intuitive, with a simple design that makes it easy to navigate and use. This is important for all users but especially those who are new to the app and don’t have any experience using video editing apps.
What makes it stand out from other video editors? It’s because of its simplicity and creativity as well as being very easy to get started on using it right away no matter what kind of computer device you are currently working on (laptop/desktop).
Has high quality features
With this app, you have the chance to experience high quality video editing features. You can easily edit your videos with this app by adding great effects, transitions and more. The best thing about it is that you don’t need video editing skills in order to use CapCut for PC.
It has a user-friendly interface which allows everyone to be able create their own movies fast and simple without any professional help at all. This means that anyone can make something fantastic even if they aren’t tech savvy or skilled in graphic design.
Easy video importation and sharing
The app allows you to import video clips and photos from your computer such as pictures or screenshots, but also videos taken on mobile devices. You can use the application for all sorts of purposes including entertaining friends or family with a cool video clip that captures important moments in time which are worth sharing.
Has the best soundtracks
This app also has a long list of top music to choose from when making your video soundtracks. It’s great for anyone that wants to add music or make the soundtracks of their videos better. Comes with different stickers and text fonts
You also get to choose from different colors that you would like to use for the stickers. You can also add more than one sticker and edit them as well, which gives a lot of freedom.
You have many options in terms of text fonts when it comes to using CapCut. So, whether you are looking for something simple or elegant, there is definitely going to be an option available so everyone will be able to enjoy their creativity without any hassle.
For those who love taking photos with their phone camera but only wish they had better tools at hand then this app should come in very handy indeed. The high-resolution capabilities mean even small details stand out and look crystal clear after applying these effects on your images.
CapCut Disadvantages
Some of the weaknesses with this app include the following:
- Its capabilities rely on the processing power for the computer or other device.
- It misses some major video editing features which would make it much better.
- It may be a bit confusing to a new user in video editing.
These aspects, however, aren’t deal-breakers as the app is more than capable.
CapCut Alternatives
If you don’t want to use this excellent app to edit your videos, you can use any of the following with great results:
1. ActionDirector
The ActionDirector app is also an easy-to-use video editor that you can use to edit your Action Camera videos. This app provides the same features as CapCut and even has more functions than it, for example:
- ActionDirector allows you to quickly create Action Cam Videos from GoPro HERO action camera or an Android device with great results without having any experience in editing videos.
- You can add music background tracks during the creation process of your ActionCam Video file or after creating it (with types readily available on Google Play). You can have up to 20 songs. It’s quite impressive if we consider how many effects are included too. The good thing is that these actions will not affect the original recording quality since all changes take place at a later stage in the ActionDirector app.
- The ActionDirector also allows you to add a watermark and even includes support for subtitles, which is quite useful if you don’t want people to discover your identity as creator of that video.
There’s plenty more: You can make videos faster or slower without affecting quality, there are built-in effects with impressive results (crop, rotate), slow motion recording at up to 100x normal speeds and high frame rates up to 240 per second. The ActionDirector app supports multiple languages too including English, French, Spanish, German and Chinese among others.
2. FilmoraGo
The other alternative is FilmoraGo which is a video editing app for iOS and Android which can also be installed on your Mac or PC with an android emulator such as BlueStacks. FilmoraGo offers many of the same features as CapCut, but since it is an online-based service you can access your projects from any device with an internet connection. FilmoraGo also has more themes available than CapCut, and each project can blend up to five different videos together seamlessly (assuming they are all in HD).
3. InShot
InShot is another CapCut alternative which can be used on most devices. In addition, it is also available on the Apple Store for free and has a three-minute video editing limit. It comes with a long list of video editing features such as slow motion, timelapse and split video. In addition, it lets you add music to your videos for free.
4. Adobe Primiere Rush
Another great app for video editing is Adobe Primiere Rush. Adobe claims it is the fastest video editing app available, with intuitive touch controls and smooth playback allowing users to create videos quickly and easily on mobile devices. The Adobe Creative Cloud integration allows you your projects from virtually anywhere, so you can pick up right where you left off on desktop or mobile device.
5. Funimate
The last alternative app to CapCut is Funimate which is a very handy app when it comes to video editing. Funimate is used to create and share short videos with your friends and other Funimators. It has many different effects, stickers, frames, and allows you to choose from any song in their database of songs for the audio on your video.
Funimation does not have watermarks like other apps do where they put all over the bottom right corner or top left corner usually covering up some part of the screen while recording. This is quite annoying seeing as it takes away space when trying to record something small. Funimate also does not limit how long you can make your video unlike most alternative apps that cap at 15 seconds after opening the app 20 times without paying for premium features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CapCut available for PC?
CapCut – Video Editor is a video players and editors app developed by Bytedance. Installing CapCut on your PC using BlueStacks is the best option since it’s an Android app and requires an Android emulator to work on a PC or Mac computer. Using CapCut on your PC, you can create engaging videos to share with others.
Can I download CapCut?
The Bytedance Pte. Ltd. CapCut – Video Editor app can be downloaded and installed on devices running Android 5.0 or later with a third-party emulator such as BlueStacks used to install it on a PC or Mac.
Is CapCut free to use?
CapCut is a free video editing app available for iOS and Android and PC and Mac with an android emulator. It enables you to edit videos on your smartphone to post them on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.
How do I open an APK file on my PC?
Install CapCut APK by opening the APK file using an Android emulator such as BlueStacks. In the program, open the My Apps section and select Install APK from the corner of the window.
Is BlueStacks safe for your computer?
BlueStacks is generally safe since BlueStacks is an industry-leading company that’s supported by Fortune 500 companies like AMD, Intel, and Samsung. The BlueStacks Android emulator is a great tool to run Android apps on your computer.
Conclusion
CapCut is easy to use and easy on the wallet. It has a huge number of features, all easy to access. The only possible drawback is that it’s not available for Mac or PC devices yet although this can be fixed with the use of an android emulator. My experience using it has been nothing but enjoyable given these aspects. I recommend trying it either on your mobile device or computer as described above.