How Do You Create This Transition? (Was It Even Made in CapCut?)

Hi,

Thanks for sharing the video. We have reviewed the clip, and here’s a breakdown of the transition effect and how you can recreate it in CapCut, especially on PC:

What’s happening in the transition

The transition you’re referring to is a smooth zoom + blur + directional slide. Specifically:

• The outgoing clip zooms in and slightly slides left.

• A motion blur effect is applied during the transition.

• The incoming clip slides in from the right, also with a slight zoom and blur.

• The transition feels dynamic and fast, likely under 0.5–0.8 seconds.

This looks very achievable in CapCut PC using keyframes, motion blur, and possibly overlays or compound clips.

How to recreate this in CapCut PC

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Place the Two Clips

• Add your two clips on the timeline side by side (no gap).

• Trim the end of Clip 1 and the start of Clip 2 to overlap slightly if you want a smoother transition.

2. Add Keyframes to Clip 1 (Outgoing Clip)

• Select Clip 1 and go near the last 15 frames (around 0.5 seconds).

• Add a keyframe for:

  • Scale (Zoom): Set initial to 100%.

  • Position X: Leave at 0 initially.

• Move to the very end of Clip 1.

  • Scale: Increase to 120%.

  • Position X: Move slightly left (e.g., –30 to –60).

3. Add Keyframes to Clip 2 (Incoming Clip)

• Select Clip 2 and go to the first 15 frames.

• Add a keyframe at the start:

  • Scale: 120%

  • Position X: Off-screen right (e.g., +1920 if 1080p).

• Move ahead 15 frames:

  • Scale: Reset to 100%.

  • Position X: 0

4. Apply Motion Blur

• Select both clips.

• In the “Effects” tab, search for “Motion Blur” (CapCut PC has this under “Basic” or “Trending”).

• Apply it to both clips during the transition span.

5. Refine Timing

• Adjust the timing of your keyframes to sync the zoom/slide with the music beat or action for maximum impact.

Optional: Use a Black Overlay or Flash

For added polish, you can:

• Add a white or black solid color on a top layer for a flash frame (1–2 frames).

• Add a whoosh sound effect to enhance the motion feel.

Various possible techniques to try:

1. Motion Blur and Directional Blur:

   • How: CapCut has various blur effects. You can keyframe the intensity and direction of motion blur or directional blur at the transition point.

   • Steps:

     • Place your two clips back-to-back.

     • At the end of the first clip and the beginning of the second, add keyframes for "Motion Blur" or "Directional Blur."

     • Increase the blur intensity significantly at the exact transition point, then decrease it back to normal on the next clip. You might experiment with the "Angle" for directional blur to get the vertical "shutter" look.

2. Glitched/Distortion Effects:

   • How: CapCut offers a range of "Glitch" and "Distortion" effects. Some of these can mimic the fragmented or "shutter" appearance.

   • Steps:

     • Go to "Effects" -> "Video Effects."

     • Browse through the "Distortion" or "Glitch" categories.

     • Look for effects like "Chromatic Aberration," "Data Glitch," "Pixelate," "Shake," or anything that creates a broken-up or stretched visual.

     • Apply the effect over the transition point and adjust its intensity and duration to match the video. You might need to stack a couple of these effects for the desired look.

3. Warp/Wave Effects:

   • How: "Warp" or "Wave" effects that can create a fluid or distorted transition.

   • Steps: Similar to the blur effects, apply and keyframe the warp/wave intensity around the transition.

4. Combination of Techniques:

   • It's highly likely that a combination of the above methods was used. For instance, a subtle motion blur combined with a short burst of a glitched effect.

5. Manual "Shutter" with Keyframes (Advanced):

   • How: This is more complex. You could create small, quick "cuts" or duplicate layers and rapidly move them or change their opacity to simulate a shutter.

   • Steps:

     • Duplicate your clip.

     • At the transition, zoom in very close on the timeline.

     • Make very short cuts and quickly adjust position/scale/opacity to create the "flickering" or "shutter" effect. This is very tedious but offers fine control.

Want to reuse the transition?

You can export the combined clips as one file and reuse it like a template in other projects using compound clip logic (CapCut PC allows nested editing like this).

Tips for Recreating in CapCut:

• Experimentation is Key: There isn't a single "button" for this effect. You'll need to play around with different blur, glitch, and distortion effects and their parameters (intensity, speed, angle).

• Keyframing: Master keyframing! This is crucial for making the effect appear only at the transition and for smoothly ramping it up and down.

• Short Duration: The effect in the video is very quick. Make sure your applied effects are brief, lasting only a fraction of a second at the transition point.

• Audio Sync: If there's a sound effect associated with the transition (like a "whoosh" or "glitch" sound), try to sync your visual effect to it for a more impactful result.

Without knowing the exact name of the effect or a specific CapCut tutorial for this exact look, the best approach is to experiment with the effects CapCut provides, focusing on motion blur and glitch/distortion options, and utilizing keyframes to control their timing and intensity