The imported videos may appear blurry if the preview playback on the editing page shows a low resolution. However, you can ignore this issue as it does not affect your usage. The low-quality preview is only for smoother editing performance and does not reflect the actual quality of the original video. When you export the project, the final video will maintain the original resolution and clarity of the source file.The following content will walk you through how to enhance preview quality and export videos in high definition.
How to Improve Preview Quality
Select the video you want to preview, and choose the preview quality in the preview box. The system may automatically opt for a lower quality based on your current internet speed or hardware device. Here, you can adjust the quality to "High Quality" or "Full Quality".
How To Enhance The Exported Video Quality?
📱 CapCut Mobile App (iOS / Android)
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- Don't judge by the preview: The blur is only in the editor view. Your original file remains intact. 2
- Check project settings:
- Before editing, tap "+ New Video" → Select your video. CapCut automatically sets the timeline resolution to match your first imported clip's resolution.
- If you later add higher-res clips, the timeline won't upscale—so start with your highest-resolution clip.
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- Export at full quality:
- Tap Export → Set Resolution to match your source (e.g., 1080p or 4K).
- Set Bitrate to "High" or "Highest" (Based on your device's specifications).
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- Avoid excessive zoom/crop: Digital zooming beyond 100% will pixelate your footage.
📍 Tip: Play the exported video on a computer or external player—not just in the CapCut app—to confirm true quality.
💻 CapCut Desktop (Windows / macOS)
- Click Export → Choose Resolution, select 2K (2560×1440) or 4K (3840×2160).
- Set Bit rate "Higher" for 4K, "Lower" for 1080p (higher = sharper).
📍 Tip: Disable "Hardware Acceleration" if glitchy (rare cases):
- Go to Settings > Performance → Toggle off hardware encoding if output appears compressed.
🌏 CapCut Web (CapCut Online)
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- Understand it's preview-only: Like other platforms, the blur does not affect final export quality. 2
- Set correct project resolution upfront:
- When creating a project, click "Custom" under aspect ratio.
- Manually enter your desired resolution (e.g., 1920×1080 or 3840×2160).
- 📍 Notice: If you start from a template (e.g., "YouTube 16:9"), it may lock resolution to 1080p.
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- Export at high quality:
- After editing, click Export.
- Choose 2K or 4K under Resolution (options appear only if project was set to that resolution).
The web export comes with recommended quality settings, but you can manually opt for high-quality output and download it locally to review the file.
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- Use a powerful device & Chrome browser: Weak laptops or Safari/Firefox may force lower preview quality; Chrome on a modern PC gives best results.
📍 Tip: For 4K projects, avoid editing long timelines in the web version—it may auto-downscale to maintain responsiveness.
🔧 Summary: Key Fixes Across Platforms
📍 Final Reminder: Always check your exported video on a high-resolution screen or external media player—not just inside CapCut—to accurately assess sharpness.
If blurriness persists even in the exported file, the issue may stem from:
- Original footage being low-res,
- Over-compression during recording,
- Or excessive filters/effects (e.g., heavy sharpening can cause artifacts).
If you continue to experience issues that can't be resolved with the steps above, please don't hesitate to contact CapCut Support. We're here to help!