Add Music to YouTube Videos with CapCut: A Step-by-Step Guide

Updated at: 15/06/2025

Want to elevate your YouTube videos with captivating music? CapCut makes it easy! This step-by-step guide shows you how to seamlessly add music to your videos using CapCut's intuitive interface. From selecting the perfect track to adjusting volume and timing, we'll cover everything you need to know. Get ready to transform your videos from ordinary to extraordinary – let's get started!

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Find Royalty-Free Music

    • Find music you have permission to use. The video suggests Creator mix.com as a free option.

  2. Download Music

    • Download your chosen track from your selected music source.

  3. Open CapCut Project

    • Open your CapCut video project.

  4. Import Music into CapCut

    • Tap the audio icon at the bottom and then tap 'Sounds'.
    • Select 'Device' and choose the downloaded music file.
    • Tap the '+' icon to add the music to your project timeline.
    Add to Timeline: Tap the '+' icon to add the music to your project timeline. Add to Timeline: Tap the '+' icon to add the music to your project timeline. Add to Timeline: Tap the '+' icon to add the music to your project timeline.
    Import Music into CapCut

  5. Position, Adjust Volume, and Balance

    • Move the audio track to the desired position and adjust the volume.
    • Lower the music volume if necessary to ensure it doesn't overpower your voice.
    Volume Balance: Lower the music volume if necessary to ensure it doesn't overpower your voice. Volume Balance: Lower the music volume if necessary to ensure it doesn't overpower your voice.
    Position, Adjust Volume, and Balance

  6. Finalize and Save

    • Tap the checkmark to save your changes.
    Finalize: Tap the checkmark to save your changes.
    Finalize and Save

  7. Optional: Add Fade In/Out

    • Fade In/Out: Use the fade option to smoothly blend the music into and out of your video.
    Optional: Fade In/Out: Use the fade option to smoothly blend the music into and out of your video.
    Optional: Add Fade In/Out
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Tips

  • Always use royalty-free music to avoid copyright issues.
  • Avoid using TikTok music on YouTube.
  • Balance your music volume with your narration to ensure clarity.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Using Low-Quality Audio

Reason: Poor audio quality can detract from your video and make it sound unprofessional. Compressed or distorted audio is particularly noticeable.
Solution: Use high-quality audio files (at least 128kbps) and ensure they're properly mixed and mastered before adding them to your video.

2. Incorrect Audio Synchronization

Reason: Audio that's out of sync with the video visuals looks amateurish and disrupts the viewing experience.
Solution: Carefully align the audio track with the video timeline using CapCut's trimming and snapping features.

3. Ignoring Copyright Issues

Reason: Using copyrighted music without permission can lead to your video being flagged, demonetized, or even removed from YouTube.
Solution: Use royalty-free music from sources like YouTube's Audio Library or purchase licenses for copyrighted tracks.

FAQs

Can I use copyrighted music in my YouTube videos if I add it through CapCut?
No. Using copyrighted music without permission can lead to copyright strikes and even account termination. CapCut provides access to royalty-free music, or you can use music you own the rights to. Always check the licensing of any music you use.