{"id":13457,"date":"2023-03-27T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/?p=13457"},"modified":"2025-04-22T03:00:32","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T07:00:32","slug":"how-to-edit-tiktok-videos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/video\/how-to-edit-tiktok-videos","title":{"rendered":"How To Edit TikTok Videos In 10 Easy Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you looking to edit TikTok videos in a way that will make your content perform better? Then stick around this piece of content for actionable tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re a business or an individual using TikTok videos to pass your message and offers across to your audience, you must understand how to edit a TikTok video professionally so your content can capture your audience and prospect’s attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’ll walk you through how to edit videos on TikTok using the TikTok native app and the best third-party app available online today, Simplified, in just 10 easy steps. So, sit back and let’s get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Related: How To Do VoiceOvers On TikTok: A Step-by-Step Tutorial (+ Free Script Maker)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>How to Edit TikTok Videos Natively<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This step-by-step guide takes you from the recording and editing stage to the publishing stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Recording Your Video<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

1. To record your video, open the TikTok app and click the “+” button in the center bottom area of the app.<\/p>\n\n\n

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2. On the camera preview screen, choose your preferred recording duration\u201415 seconds, 60 seconds, or 3 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n

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3. Press and hold down the red (record) button to capture your video for the selected duration. Releasing your finger multiple times during the recording helps you record multiple clips within the same time frame.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Related: 10 TikTok Voice Generator Tools for Creating Unique Content<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Editing Your Video and Adding Creative Elements<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is how the screen looks after recording.<\/p>\n\n\n

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1. Tap the “Adjust clip” button for tools that let you rotate, delete, speed up the video up to 2x, and record a new video to replace the previous one.<\/p>\n\n\n

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2. The “Effects” tab lets you add warp effects, a rolling shutter distortion to stabilize your video.<\/p>\n\n\n

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3. Navigate to the “Text” button and choose from the available font styles to add bold text (or a title) to your video.<\/p>\n\n\n

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4. The “Filters” tab opens up a pool of filters in different categories to enhance the look of your video.<\/p>\n\n\n

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5. Click the “Add description” button to describe what your video is all about. You can also tag other users and use relevant hashtags.<\/p>\n\n\n

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6. Want to add voice overlays? Go to “Voiceover” and record your voice.<\/p>\n\n\n

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7. The “Volume” button lets you adjust the volume of your video and add your own sound to the footage.<\/p>\n\n\n

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8. Make your video pop by using the “Stickers” tab to add stunning stickers and emojis to your videos.<\/p>\n\n\n

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9. The “Privacy settings” allow you to choose who can watch and comment on your video.<\/p>\n\n\n

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10. Clicking the “Sounds” button at the center top lets you add a pre-made sound from different categories to your video.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Related: Say Goodbye to TikTok: A Step-by-Step Guide on Deleting Your Account<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Publishing or Saving Your Video as a Draft<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Click the “Next” button at the bottom right corner takes you to the next page where you can publish or save your video as a draft. You can also use the WhatsApp or Instagram button at the bottom of the page to automatically share the video once published.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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