At FilesCEO, our goal is to explain software in a way you can trust. Today we’re covering CapCut for Mac — the desktop video-editor version of the popular mobile app, offering creative tools for content creators on macOS.
About CapCut
CapCut for Mac is a full-featured video editing application designed to run on Apple computers. It brings many of the tools from the mobile version into a desktop environment: importing video and audio clips, trimming, arranging, adding transitions and effects, adjusting colour and sound, and exporting finished products. The Mac version supports drag-and-drop timelines and richer editing workflows thanks to the larger screen. It works on macOS versions 10.14 and later. A key plus is that this version is aimed at both beginners and more serious editors who want a quick workflow without jumping into heavy professional suites. CapCut also supports image editing and has AI-assisted tools for background removal, subtitle generation and other productivity features.
Key features about CapCut
- Import, trim and merge videos with an intuitive timeline interface
- Apply filters, transitions, text overlays, keyframe animations and audio edits
- Colour correction tools plus effects suited for social media or more polished edits
- AI-assisted features such as background removal, auto-captions and text-to-speech
- Works on macOS (10.14+), suitable for both casual and more experienced users
- Free core version, with optional upgrades for advanced tools or cloud features
