Hi,

Setting "Stickers" to 0 in the DVD effect should logically remove those elements (like the DVD logo, time codes, etc.) while keeping the other adjustments like Strength and Texture.

Since you have already tried applying it directly and on an adjustment layer, here are a few potential reasons and troubleshooting steps:

1. Rendering Glitch: Sometimes, specific combinations of effects or project settings can cause rendering errors.

   • Restart: Try fully closing CapCut and restarting your device (phone or computer).
   • Clear Cache: If possible within CapCut's settings or your device's app settings, try clearing the CapCut cache. This can sometimes resolve preview vs. render inconsistencies.
   • Test in a New Project: Create a brand new, simple project with just one clip. Apply only the DVD effect with Stickers set to 0. Render it. If it works correctly here, your original project might have some corruption or conflicting elements.

2. Misinterpretation of the Parameter: While unlikely for a 0-100 slider, double-check if setting it to exactly 0 behaves differently than, say, 1. Sometimes 0 might default to a certain look, while 1 might be the actual "minimum." Try setting it to 1 and see if the stickers change or disappear upon rendering.

Workaround: Recreate the Effect Manually

If you can't get the built-in DVD effect to work without stickers, you might need to approximate the look using separate effects:

1. Strength: This often relates to glitchy artefacts, compression noise, or slight distortions. Look for effects like:
   • Glitch (various types)
   • Noise
   • Bad TV / VCR / VHS effects (use sparingly or adjust intensity)
   • Subtle distortion effects
2. Texture: This usually refers to things like scan lines, film grain, or interlacing patterns. Look for:
   • Scan Lines
   • Film Grain / Grain
   • Retro / Old Film effects (adjust settings to minimize colour shifts if unwanted)
   • You could even find or create a transparent overlay image (PNG) with subtle scan lines or noise and add it on a layer above your video, adjusting its opacity.

Workarounds to Use DVD Effect Without Stickers

Here are a few solutions you can try:

1. Method 1: Use a Mask
   • Apply the DVD effect on a separate overlay layer (like a black screen or a duplicate of your video).
   • Set Stickers to 0.
   • Add a Mask (like "Split" or "Rectangle") and invert it so that only the grain/texture area is visible.
   • Adjust the blend mode of the layer (try "Overlay," "Soft Light," or "Multiply") so only the texture shows through.
2. Method 2: Use Green Screen Keying
   • Apply the DVD effect to a solid green or black background in a separate project.
   • Export that clip.
   • Bring it into your main project and use the chroma key to remove the background.
   • Overlay it on top of your video and adjust the opacity or blend mode.
3. Method 3: Alternative Effects
   • If the texture and scanlines are all you want, try mixing these:
     • Noise or Film Grain effect
     • Scanlines effect
     • Chromatic Aberration or Shake
   • This lets you rebuild the "DVD" vibe without the sticker issue.

By combining a subtle glitch or noise effect with a scan line or grain effect, you might be able to achieve the desired aesthetic parts of the DVD effect without the unwanted stickers. This gives you more granular control, although it requires more experimentation.

Custom Grainy DVD look:

• Duplicate your video on a second track (optional but gives flexibility).
• On the top/duplicate layer, apply:
  • Noise effect (set to ~30–50 strength)
  • Optional: Film Grain (for a softer texture overlay)
• Add:
  • Chromatic Aberration (very low, like 5–10) for subtle color fringing
  • Scanlines (if you want that slight interlaced DVD look)
• Adjust opacity of the top layer (if duplicated) to blend it naturally.

Optional Add-ons (for realism)

• Vignette: Softens edges, like older DVD playback
• Blur (very slight): Mimics lower resolution
• Color Grading: Slight yellowish or greenish tint for retro DVD feel

If you still want the DVD effect's texture specifically (but not the stickers), here’s a hybrid trick:

1. Apply the DVD effect to a black background.
2. Set:
   • Stickers = 0
   • Texture = your desired strength
3. Export it.
4. Add it on top of your real video with Blend Mode: Overlay / Soft Light / Multiply.

That will give you the texture only — zero stickers, guaranteed.