Exploring CapCut’s Green Screen Editing for Creative Backgrounds

Video backgrounds are often overlooked by creatives and some editors based on the assumption that they are not the video’s main focus. Sometimes, you may be tempted to make do with a poor-quality background because trying to switch up is simply too difficult to contend with.

However, despite not being the main focus in most videos, backgrounds have a major impact on the general look of your content and your audience’s viewing experience. They can transform even the simplest of videos from basic to sensational.

Are you not sure how to change that boring or unsuitable background on your video? You deserve an introduction to green screen editing on the CapCut free online video editor.

Come along as we explore how it works, why it is so outstanding, and some tips and tricks for using it.

Green Screen Editing 101

A green screen is a plain background used in video recording as a placeholder during filming. It allows you to add a more suitable background when editing the video content later.

For example, if you are shooting a vlog outdoors, you can place an actual screen behind you or shoot in front of a plain wall, then add a more appealing background using a tool like CapCut.

How Does It Work on CapCut?

Most editing solutions or tools tend to only use an approach known as ‘Chroma Keying’. CapCut, on the other hand, offers an alternative that allows you to use whichever creative backgrounds you need in just a few simple steps.

Aim for Contrast

Your background will only stand out if it contrasts with the video content on the background. So, remember this and make the right background choices as you begin your green screen editing.

Select and Import the Background Video

Access your CapCut video editor and click on ‘+’ to start a new project. This will redirect you to your gallery, where you can select the video you would like to use as your background.

Choose an appropriate video that offers adequate contrast.

Edit the Background

Once the video is uploaded in the CapCut editor, please take a moment to edit it. For example, you can trim it to only leave the content you want to appear in the background. You can also alter the speed, perhaps make it slower, so that it is not so dramatic that it overshadows the content in the foreground.

Additionally, consider using the Capcut resize tool to harmonize the background’s aspect ratio with your video footage. For example, if you shot your content in a 16:9 ratio, you could resize your background to that size so that it is a good fit for your content.

Overlay

When the background is ready, return to the main editor menu.

• Click on the ‘Overlay’ option
• Select ‘Add Overlay’

• The editor will redirect you to the gallery, where you can choose the video you were preparing a background for, I.e., your actual video content.
• Click ‘Add’

The CapCut editor will automatically add or overlay your video onto your selected background.

Remove the Background

At this point, you need to remove the background on your main video so that the background you prepared can be visible. So:

• Click on the ‘Edit’ option
• Select the ‘Cutout’ option
• Select ‘Remove Background’

The CapCut video will then remove the background in your video (i.e., the green screen) and implement the background you prepared as its new and only background.

Tips and Tricks to Ace Your Green Screen Editing on CapCut

Now that you know how to navigate the green screen editing process, let’s discuss some things you can do to sync your background perfectly.

Prepare Your Background Adequately

Your background needs to remain in place for the entire duration of your video. So, if you use a video as your background, ensure that it will match the length of your video.

As we mentioned, aim for a background with an aspect ratio that can accommodate your video. If the background is too small, you may have to shrink the main video to an even smaller size, defeating the whole point.

Manage the Background Video’s Audio

If the background video has any sound, it will likely clash with the sound of your main video. Thus, it is advisable to use the CapCut audio extraction tool to erase its audio before you overlay your main video. The audio extraction tool is among the options under the ‘Edit’ menu.

Why CapCut?

There are many other editors that you could use for green screen editing. So, why CapCut?

A Complete Array of Tools

The CapCut online video editor offers a full range of editing tools to make your backgrounds as dynamic as needed. Between the video background remover and other options like speed adjustment, resizing, and color grading, you can rest assured that you will have everything you need to get your green screen editing right.

User-friendliness

The CapCut green screen editing process does not require any complex editing skills. Instead, the tool is pre-programmed to do all the technical work. You only have to follow a few yet direct steps.

Background Variety

CapCut gives you absolute creative discretion when it comes to choosing backgrounds. You can select videos on your device or even use the stock videos it provides.

The Parting Shot

Using a video as your background can seem unusual if you have not tried it before. Nevertheless, once you make your first edit, you will realize that it offers endless options. So, dear reader, say goodbye to uninspiring backgrounds and allow CapCut green screen editing to bring your content game to the next level.