The number of images you can upload at once in CapCut depends on which platform you're using and what type of feature you're working with. There are two main scenarios:
Scenario 1: Adding Images as Media to a Video Project
(e.g., creating a slideshow, editing a montage, or building a timeline)
This is the standard video editing workflow. Batch limits are generous and vary by platform:
CapCut Mobile App (iOS / Android)
- Max per batch: Up to 100 images in a single selection.
→ Limited by your device's native photo picker (most OSes cap selection at ~100 items).
- File size limit: Each image can be up to 100 MB.
📍 Performance note:
Importing more than 50 high-resolution photos at once may cause lag on older or low-end devices.
→ Tip: Adjust your batch size based on your phone's performance.
CapCut Desktop (Windows / macOS)
- Max per batch: No hard limit—you can import hundreds of images via drag-and-drop or file browser.
→ Real-world testing confirms smooth handling of 200+ images in one go.
- File size limit: Supports images up to 200 MB each.
- Supported formats: JPG, PNG, WebP, BMP, and HEIC (macOS only). RAW files are not supported.
CapCut Web (CapCut Online)
- Max per batch: 20 images.
- File size limit: Each image must be under 50 MB.
- Browser recommendation: Use desktop Chrome, Edge, or Firefox. Mobile browsers may struggle with large or numerous uploads.
📍 Best for bulk editing: For photo-heavy projects (e.g., travel reels, event slideshows), CapCut Desktop offers the highest capacity and best performance.
Scenario 2: Uploading Images to AI-Powered Features
(e.g., "AI Design," "Magic Templates," "Chat-based Creation," or other experimental tools)
These features enforce stricter, standardized limits to ensure server stability and response quality:
- Max images per batch: 10 images
→ A single message, request, or interaction cannot include more than 10 images.
→ Attempting to upload 11+ will either auto-ignore extras or show an error like "Upload no more than 10 images."
- File size per image: ≤10 MB
→ Even if your total batch is under 100 MB, any single image over 10 MB will be rejected.
📍 Tip: Photos from modern smartphones (especially in HEIC or high-res JPEG) often exceed this—consider compressing first.
- Total session limit: Some AI workflows cap total uploads per conversation (e.g., 30–50 images max). Exceeding this may block further uploads until you start a new chat/project.
- Performance tips:
- Compress images to <5 MB when possible.
- Prefer JPEG over HEIC for broader compatibility.
- If uploads fail or lag, try sending 5 images at a time instead of 10.
📍 Workaround: If you frequently hit AI limits, use Scenario 1 (standard editing) on Desktop or Web to process large batches, then apply AI effects selectively.
How to Tell Which Scenario Applies to You?
- Scenario 1: You're dragging photos into the timeline, clicking "Import Media," or editing a project.
- Scenario 2: You're in a chat-like interface, using buttons labeled "AI," "Magic," "Create with AI," or "Design."
When unsure, check on-screen prompts or error messages—they usually specify the exact limit for that context.
Thank you for your creativity—and happy editing with CapCut!