CapCut 8.0.0 for Mac

CapCut for macOS runs natively on Apple Silicon, meaning M1, M2, M3, and M4 Mac users get smooth performance without Rosetta translation overhead.

Intel Mac owners also get full support with optimized rendering for older hardware.

Key Features

CapCut for Mac includes essential tools that social media creators need daily. Trim, split, and merge clips with intuitive timeline controls.

Apply trendy filters and effects that match what's popular on TikTok right now. Add text overlays, stickers, and animated captions that auto-generate from speech.

The AI-powered features set CapCut apart from basic editors. Auto-captions transcribe your audio and add synchronized text automatically.

Background removal isolates subjects without green screens. Motion tracking follows objects for dynamic text and effects placement.

Built-in music library and sound effects give your videos that professional polish.

CapCut includes royalty-free tracks cleared for social media use, so your content won't get flagged for copyright issues on TikTok or Instagram.

Export Options

CapCut exports directly to formats optimized for each social platform. Vertical 9:16 for TikTok and Instagram Reels. Square 1:1 for feed posts. Standard 16:9 for YouTube.

The free version exports up to 1080p - sufficient for most social media requirements.

CapCut Free vs Pro

The standard CapCut download offers a fully functional editor with trimming, effects, transitions, templates, and 1080p export.

CapCut Pro removes watermarks, unlocks 4K export, adds premium effects, and provides additional cloud storage for projects.

Mac Alternatives

Need professional-grade editing? DaVinci Resolve offers Hollywood-level color grading and effects completely free. Final Cut Pro delivers Apple's native professional solution with AI-powered tools and ProRes RAW support.

For open-source alternatives, Shotcut for Mac provides multi-format timeline editing without subscription fees. Kdenlive delivers professional features across Windows, Mac, and Linux.

OpenShot offers beginner-friendly editing with unlimited layers and no watermarks.

For quick lossless trimming without full editing, LosslessCut cuts videos in seconds rather than minutes - perfect for extracting the best moments from long recordings.

Complete Mac Workflow

CapCut handles editing, but a complete content creation workflow often involves additional tools. For screen recording and live streaming, OBS Studio for Mac captures gameplay, tutorials, and webcam content with native Apple Silicon support.

Need to record voiceovers or podcasts? Audacity for Mac delivers professional-grade audio recording and editing through an intuitive open-source interface.

Preview your exported videos with VLC for Mac - the universal player handles any format without additional codecs. For a native macOS experience, IINA offers Touch Bar support and modern design that matches macOS perfectly. Elmedia Player adds AirPlay and Chromecast streaming for wireless playback. Learn more in our guide to the best free video players for Mac.

Converting videos between formats? HandBrake transcodes with device-specific presets and Metal acceleration on Mac. For MKV file editing - adding subtitles, extracting audio, or merging clips - MKVToolNix for Mac handles everything without quality loss.

Install Pro Video Formats for expanded codec support in Apple's professional video applications.

Cross-Platform Availability

CapCut works across all your devices. Already using CapCut on mobile? Download CapCut for Android for phone editing on the go.

The CapCut Windows version brings the same features to PC users.

Explore more watermark-free editing options in our best free video editors guide.

System Requirements

• Operating System: macOS 10.15 Catalina or later (supports Monterey, Ventura, Sonoma, Sequoia).
• Processor: Intel Core i5 or Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4).
• RAM: 4GB minimum (8GB recommended for 4K editing).
• Storage: 2GB for installation plus space for projects.
• Graphics: Metal-compatible GPU for hardware acceleration.

Download CapCut for Mac - the installer provides a standard DMG file - mount the disk image and drag CapCut to your Applications folder. Launch the app and sign in with your CapCut, TikTok, or Google account to access cloud features and templates.