You may have noticed that the "Auto Lyrics" button or menu option is no longer visible in your CapCut interface. This isn't necessarily a bug—it often reflects platform-specific feature availability, recent UI updates, or regional rollout differences. Below is a detailed breakdown by platform as of January 2026:
CapCut Mobile App (iOS/Android) – Primary Platform for Auto Lyrics
Auto Lyrics is fully supported and actively maintained only on the mobile app.
Where to find it:
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- Open a video project in the editor. 2
- Tap "Text" at the bottom toolbar.
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- Look for "Auto Captions" or "Auto Lyrics" (label may vary by region).
If the option is missing:
- Ensure you're using the latest version from the App Store or Google Play.
- Auto Lyrics requires audio with clear vocal tracks—it won't appear if the audio is silent, instrumental, or too noisy.
- The feature may be temporarily unavailable in certain countries due to licensing or regulatory reasons.
📍 Tip: If you previously used Auto Lyrics but don't see it now, try restarting the app or re-importing your audio clip.
CapCut Online – Auto Lyrics Not Available
As of January 2026, Auto Lyrics is not supported on CapCut Web.
- While you can edit or view projects that already contain auto-generated lyrics (if created on mobile and synced to your account), you cannot generate new lyrics on the web.
- The "Text" panel on CapCut Web only offers manual text tools—no speech-to-text or lyric detection features.
- Attempting to access Auto Lyrics on web will either show no option or display a message like:
"This feature is only available in the CapCut mobile app."
CapCut Desktop (Windows/macOS) – Auto Lyrics Not Available
Similarly, the desktop version does not include Auto Lyrics functionality.
- The desktop app focuses on advanced editing, keyframing, and color grading, but does not support AI-powered speech or lyric recognition.
- Even if you open a project containing auto lyrics (synced from mobile), you can edit the text boxes but cannot regenerate or re-detect lyrics.
- There is no "Auto Lyrics" button in the Text menu, and no plans for this feature have been announced for desktop as of now.
🔑 General Recommendations
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- Use the mobile app for all Auto Lyrics tasks—it's the only platform where the feature is active. 2
- Check your audio: Auto Lyrics only triggers when vocals are detected. 3
- Update your app: Older versions may lack the latest UI or feature labels. 4
- Verify your region: Some features are rolled out gradually and may not be live everywhere simultaneously.
Thank you for using CapCut!