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Step 1 of 6 · CapCut Editing for Reels and TikTok

Project setup and hook clip first

Project setup and hook clip first — step 1 of 6 in CapCut Editing for Reels and TikTok. New project 9:16. Import clips. Drag strongest visual first — text overlay in 0.5 sec: 'Stop doing X' or question. Delete dead air.

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Free tech & internet tip: Project setup and hook clip first (step 1 of 6 from "CapCut Editing for Reels and TikTok").

New project 9:16. Import clips. Drag strongest visual first — text overlay in 0.5 sec: 'Stop doing X' or question.

Delete dead air. If clip has 2 sec of you breathing before talking, cut it.

You'll need

  • 9:16 project
  • Hook text on frame 1
  • Dead air trimmed

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