How to Export a Specific Clip in CapCut

If you’re working with a long video in CapCut but only need a small part, this guide will show you exactly how to select and export that portion. Follow the steps below to easily pick the clip you need and save it.

Step 1: Start a New Project

1. Open CapCut on your computer.
2. Click on Create Project to begin a new editing project.

Step 2: Import Your Footage

1. Go to the Media section in CapCut.
2. Find the video file you want to edit on your computer and select it.
3. Drag the selected footage onto the editing track at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3: Select the Clip You Want

1. Play the video on the editing track.
2. When you reach the start of the clip you want, press the I key on your keyboard. This marks the beginning (input point).
3. Keep playing the video until you find the end of the clip you want. Press the O key to set the end (output point).

Step 4: Export the Selected Clip

1. Once you’ve selected the clip, go to the top-right corner and click on the Export button.
2. The duration of the selected clip will be displayed—this shows only the part you’ve chosen, not the entire video.
3. Click Export to save your clip to your computer.