Motion Tracking Tutorial in CapCut

Introduction

Learn how to add motion tracking effects to your video using CapCut. This tutorial will guide you step-by-step through the process.

Requirements

• A video with a distinct moving subject or object (e.g., a downhill skier).
• An additional video element to track alongside the primary subject (e.g., a sticker, text, or image).

Steps to Add Motion Tracking

1. Select the Main Video

   • Start with the downhill skiing video on the main track.

2. Add a Video Element

   • Insert a sticker, text, or image to track the motion.
   • Example: add a flying bird sticker throughout the video.

3. Initial Setup

   • Place the playhead at the start of the timeline.
   • Resize and position the sticker appropriately.

4. Configure Tracking

   • Navigate to the sticker's properties panel, click "Tracking."
   • In the tracking tab, choose "Motion Tracking."

5. Adjust Tracking Rectangle

   • Use the yellow rectangle that appears on the video player panel.
   • Resize and position this rectangle to fit the skier snugly.
   • Ensure it isn't too large or too small to maintain distinctiveness.

6. Set Motion Tracking Options

   • Choose direction settings:
     • Forward: From current position to the end of the clip.
     • Both: Scan in both directions (may include unnecessary parts).
   • Set the direction relative to the playhead position.
   • Example: set to forward if playhead is at the start.

7. Scaling Settings

   • Keep scaling on so bird size adjusts based on skier's proximity to camera.
   • Distance scaling ensures dynamic scaling with the skier's movement.

8. Start Tracking

   • Click "Start" to begin building motion tracking information.

Troubleshooting

• Potential Glitches: Motion tracking may stop unexpectedly.
• Solution:
  • Reconfigure the yellow rectangle at specific timeline marks (e.g., 5 seconds and 7 frames) instead of at the start.
  • Reset motion tracking if needed.
  • Set direction to both for better tracking.

Finalizing

• Test and Adjust: Play the video, observe tracking, and make necessary adjustments.

Conclusion

Motion tracking in CapCut is manageable with patience and trials. Adjust settings as necessary to overcome glitches.

Notes

• Always verify and test tracking for stability.
• Motion tracking tools are continually improving, so expect updates and enhancements.

Thank You

Thank you for watching this tutorial. Hope you find it useful for your video editing projects.