CapCut Tips to Increase Reels Watch Time & Engagement
Want more people to watch your Reels till the end and actually engage (like, save, comment)? It all starts with how you edit your videos — and CapCut makes it way easier if you know the right tricks. Let’s get into it: 1. Strong Hook in the First 2 Seconds Your first 2 seconds decide if someone scrolls or stays. In CapCut: Use fast motion or zoom-in effects at the start. Add a bold headline (like “This Will Change Your Life!”). Tease the payoff but don’t give everything away immediately. ✅ Pro Tip: Use Pop Animation for texts or Flash Effects for sudden impact at the start. 2. Keep Visuals Moving Don’t let your Reels feel static — even slow moments need motion. Use Keyframes to: Slightly zoom in/out. Pan left/right. Add subtle camera movements even if the clip is normal. ✅ CapCut Trick: Set slow zooms (3–5%) across clips to feel dynamic without looking forced. 3. Match Edits to the Beat Cut your clips on beat drops or high points of your audio. In CapCut: Tap "Match Cut" → Us...