The Text Tracking feature in CapCut lets you animate text so it follows a moving object in your video. This dynamic effect is perfect for creating engaging captions, highlighting key elements, or adding a professional touch to your content. The process is automated, making it accessible even if you’re new to video editing.
Steps to Use Text Tracking in CapCut #
Import Your Video:
Open your CapCut project and import the video where you want to apply text tracking.
Add Text:
Tap the Text icon at the bottom toolbar, type in your text, and place it where you want it to appear in the video.
Select the Text Clip:
Tap on the text clip in the timeline to bring up its editing options.
Access the Tracking Feature:
Swipe through the bottom toolbar until you find the Tracking option.
Set the Tracking Area:
- Drag the arrows in the preview window to narrow down the tracking area.
- Place the anchor point on the central part of the object you want the text to follow.
Start Auto-Tracking:
Tap the green Tracking button to begin the process. CapCut will analyze the video and animate the text to follow the designated object.
Adjusting the Motion #
Once the tracking is complete, the text will move along with the chosen object. For smoother motion effects, you can use the Graphs feature:
Ease In and Ease Out: Apply these adjustments to make the text movement start and stop more naturally, avoiding abrupt transitions.
When to Use Text Tracking #
Highlight Moving Objects: Add captions that follow athletes, vehicles, or any other moving subjects.
Dynamic Storytelling: Use tracking to add context or commentary to specific parts of your video.Creative Effects: Combine text tracking with animations or transparency to create professional-looking titles or callouts.