How to check templates on TikTok

If you’ve seen creators using stylish photo slideshows or trending video layouts, you may be wondering: how do you check templates on TikTok? TikTok’s templates feature lets you quickly create eye-catching videos by applying pre-designed layouts, transitions, and effects to your photos or clips.

Templates are especially popular for travel videos, before-and-after transformations, product showcases, and trending challenges. In this guide, we’ll explain how to find TikTok templates, use them to create videos, and troubleshoot common issues if the feature isn’t available.

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What Are TikTok Templates?

TikTok templates are pre-made video layouts that automatically combine your photos or videos with animations, transitions, and music.

Instead of editing each clip manually, you simply select a template and upload your media. TikTok does the rest.

Templates can be used for:

Photo slideshows
Travel highlights
Fashion lookbooks
Product showcases
Birthday or celebration videos
Trending challenges

How to Check Templates on TikTok

Method 1: From the Camera Screen

Open the TikTok app.
Tap the + button to create a new video.
Look for the Templates option near the bottom of the screen.
Tap Templates.
Browse the available categories and designs.
Select a template to preview how it works.

You can swipe through different templates before choosing one.

Method 2: Find Templates Through the For You Feed

Many creators use TikTok templates in their videos.

To use the same template:

Open a video made with a template.
Look for the Try this template button, if available.
Tap it.
Upload your own photos or videos.
Customize and post your version.

This is one of the easiest ways to recreate trending styles.

Method 3: Search for Templates

You can also discover templates using TikTok’s search feature.

Search terms include:

TikTok templates
Photo templates
Slideshow templates
Trending templates

Results often include videos that link directly to popular templates.

How to Use a TikTok Template

After selecting a template:

Tap Use template.
Choose the required number of photos or videos.
Arrange them if needed.
Preview the finished video.
Add text, stickers, or additional effects.
Post your TikTok.

Most templates automatically apply transitions and timing.

Can You Customize a Template?

Yes.

After applying a template, you can usually:

Add text
Insert stickers
Apply filters
Include captions
Add voiceovers
Adjust privacy settings before posting

However, some template animations and transitions cannot be edited.

Why Can’t I Find Templates?

There are several possible reasons.

Feature Not Available

TikTok rolls out features gradually, so templates may not yet be available for all users.

Outdated App

Updating TikTok may add new template options.

Regional Differences

Some templates or creative tools are only available in certain countries.

Device Compatibility

Older devices may not support the latest editing features.

Can You Save a Template?

If you find a template you like, you can:

Add the video to your Favorites.
Save the sound used in the template.
Bookmark the creator’s video for future reference.

TikTok doesn’t currently offer a dedicated option to save templates themselves, but favoriting the original video makes it easier to find the template again.