Introduction:

Video editing is the master key to transforming boring videos into interesting content! Blurring backgrounds in videos is one of the most important techniques in editing. This skill is like a magic wand for many IG content creators/ TikTokers, YouTubers, and media editors to create the most engaging videos. There are many video editing apps available in the market. But with 102,000,00+ downloads (on Uptodown), CapCut has become the talk of the town!

If you are one of those who get doubts like ‘Can CapCut blur video background?’, ‘Does CapCut have a background blurring option?’, etc., this article is for you! I thought many newbies in video content creation might need a detailed guide to understand this feature of CapCut. So, I have written this beginner-friendly guide to explain how to blur video backgrounds in CapCut on your PC and mobile phone.

Buckle up and get ready to dive into these details!

Steps To Blur Video Background Using CapCut on PC:

Step 1: Download CapCut

Download the CapCut APK file from the Microsoft Store or other sites like Uptodown. Once installed, double-click the app to open it.

You can use it with or without the sign-in step. If you’re a content creator, sign in via your TikTok account for easy video sharing.

Click on Create Project button.

Step 2: Import the Video for Your Project

Now, click on the Import button and go to the media section. Here you can upload a video for your project.

Step 3: Drag the Video to the Timeline

Select the imported video and drag it to the timeline, as shown in the picture below.

Then, duplicate this video using ‘copy and paste or CTRL C + CTRL V’.

Step 4: Go to the Effect Option for the First Layer

Choose the Effect option. A search window will appear. Search for ‘Blur effects’. Let’s say we select the basic blur effect (you can choose any blur effect).

Please note: If you face issues like ‘no internet connection’ while loading effects in CapCut, you can try using a good quality VPN like- Turbo VPN.

Download and drag the selected Blur Effect to the first layer of the video in the timeline. It should look like this:

Step 5: Choose the ‘Remove BG’ Option for the Second Layer:

Now, select the second layer and choose the ‘Remove BG’ option in the top right area. Click on the ‘Auto removal’ option to separate the subject from the background.

This is when the background gets blurred. You can select the first layer again to adjust the blurring effect intensity if required.

Step 6: TADA! You’re Ready to Export!

Yes, you have done it!

Now all you have to do is click on the ‘Export’ button and choose the resolution, frame rate, etc.

And if you have signed in through TikTok, you can directly post this video to the platform! Amazing! right?

How to Blur the Video’s Background Using CapCut on Mobile?

First, download the APK file for this app on your mobile.

After downloading this app, follow this step-by-step guide to blurring the background in videos using the CapCut mobile app:

Step 1: Tap on ‘New Project’

Select the ‘New Project button’ on the mobile screen.

             

Then, select the required video and choose the ‘Add’ button. You can also crop the video before pressing the ‘Add’ button.

After successfully uploading the video, the editing screen will open in the app.

Step 2: Select the ‘Effects’ Button at the Bottom

You will find video editing tools at the bottom of the screen. Select the ‘Effects’ tool. Go to ‘Video Effects’ and search for ‘Blur’ effect in the search window.

                  

Select the basic blur effect and apply it to the given video. Your video will appear blurred now.

Step 3: Add an ‘Overlay’ of the Same Video:

Now, look for the ‘Overlay’ option in the toolbar at the bottom and select the same video. Upload the video and apply the ‘Remove BG’ option to this overlay.

 

Step 4: Remove Background of the Overlay Video:

After selecting the ‘Remove BG’ option in the toolbar, choose ‘auto removal’ and click on the okay tick.

Step 5: Export and Post!

You have successfully blurred the background of the video after following the above steps.

Now it’s time to export your video!

Click on the blue-colored ‘Export’ button in the upper right corner.

Like the PC, you can share the edited video directly on TikTok via mobile!

     

Why One Should Use CapCut For Blurring Video Backgrounds:

Background blurring becomes necessary when-

• You have to maintain the privacy of people or things behind the main object in the video;
• You have to maintain focus on the main subject.
• You need to remove distractions in the background
• You want a professional look for the video

But, why use CapCut for this?

 Here’s my opinion about it:

1. Beginner-friendly Interface:

Its smartly built interface is simple! It fulfils all video editing needs while maintaining a minimal look.

2. Smooth Exporting:

There are no watermarks after exporting in CapCut! Most free video editing apps do not provide such a feature.

While exporting, this app offers various sizes for downloading. That is too without signing in!

3. Integrated Chroma Key:

It’s built-in chroma key option offers easy replacement or blurring video background. It gives a professional look to the video!

4. Ample Media Sources:

The free version of CapCut offers trending images, styles, music, GIFs, etc. These are needed mainly for YouTube Videos, branding, reels, etc.

FAQs:

1.    Can I use CapCut to blur the video background on my iPhone?

Yes. Download CapCut from the App Store and import the video. Apply the blur effect and overlay the original video. Remove the background of the overlaid video using the remove BG option. This is how you can blur the background in CapCut on an iPhone.

2.    Can I blur a specific background part of a video?

Yes. With the help of the masking feature, select the exact area to blur the background in CapCut.

Conclusion:

Blurring the video background is not as exhausting as it seems! All thanks to CapCut! If you follow all the steps properly, you can easily create professional-looking videos within minutes.

The desktop version of this app is more useful than the mobile version. It offers a multi-layer timeline and better control of the features. This app assures sleek background blurring without disturbing the main subject in the video.

Consistency is the key to mastering this skill.

So be patient and keep practising until you do it like a pro!