TikTok has become one of the most popular platforms for sharing creative and entertaining short videos. One of the features that makes TikTok stand out is the ability to add and edit sound, which plays a major role in making videos engaging. Whether you want to use a trending song, add a voiceover, or trim audio to fit your content, TikTok provides easy-to-use tools to help creators perfect their sound. This guide explains step by step how to edit sound on TikTok.
Adding Sound to Your TikTok Video
When creating a TikTok video, the first step in editing sound is selecting the right track:
- Open TikTok and tap the “+” button at the bottom of the screen to create a new video.
- Tap “Add Sound” at the top of the recording screen.
- Browse through TikTok’s vast music library, including trending tracks, recommended sounds, or search for a specific song.
- Tap the red checkmark to add the chosen sound to your video.
Trimming and Adjusting Sound
Sometimes, you may not need the entire song or sound effect. TikTok allows you to trim the audio:
- After selecting a sound, tap the “Scissors” icon to open the trim tool.
- Drag the slider to choose the exact part of the sound you want to use in your video.
- Tap the checkmark to save your selection.
This ensures your video matches the beat, chorus, or any specific section of the sound you want.
Adjusting Volume Levels
If you’re combining original sounds, background music, or a voiceover, balancing volume is essential:
- Tap “Volume” on the editing screen.
- You’ll see two options:
- Original sound (your recorded audio).
- Added sound (the music or sound effect from TikTok’s library).
- Adjust the sliders to increase or decrease the volume of each.
- Tap save once you’re satisfied with the mix.
Recording a Voiceover
Adding a voiceover is a great way to narrate your video or add commentary:
- After recording your video, go to the editing screen.
- Tap “Voiceover” on the right-side menu.
- Press and hold the record button while speaking.
- If you want the background sound to remain, check the option “Keep original sound.” Otherwise, uncheck it to replace the original sound with your voiceover.
- Tap “Save” when finished.
Adding Sound Effects
Beyond music, you can also include fun sound effects:
- While editing your video, go to the sound effects option (usually under “Add Sound”).
- Browse TikTok’s effects such as claps, laughs, bells, or other creative audio snippets.
- Select and adjust them to fit into your video at the right moment.
Syncing Video with Sound
To make your video more engaging, sync visuals with the chosen audio:
- Use TikTok’s “Auto Sync” feature when uploading multiple clips. This automatically matches your clips to the beat of the selected song.
- For manual syncing, trim both the audio and video clips until they align perfectly.
Finalizing and Posting
Once you’ve edited your sound to perfection:
- Tap “Next” to proceed.
- Add captions, hashtags, and privacy settings.
- Tap “Post” to share your video with your followers.
Also Read: How to Add Captions to TikTok
