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Learn how to use every Bitcut feature — step-by-step guides for creating short-form video content on iPhone.

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Subtitles & Text

Karaoke mode, styles, animations, colors, and positioning.

Subtitle Modes: Karaoke vs Full Line Choose karaoke (word-by-word highlight) or full line (complete phrases) subtitle mode. Learn when each works best for Shorts and Reels.
3 min read
Customizing Subtitle Appearance Control how your subtitles look — font size with pinch to resize, background types, position, and color schemes for professional-looking captions.
4 min read
Positioning Subtitles Place subtitles at the top or bottom, drag to fine-tune, and keep text within safe margins for different social media platforms.
3 min read
Subtitle Animation Presets Choose from 7 animation presets — fade, pop, slideUp, typewriter, bounce, glow, and wave — to control how subtitle words appear on screen.
3 min read
Adding Text Stroke & Outline Add an independent text outline to your subtitles for better readability — works with any background type, with customizable color and width.
3 min read
Custom Color Slots Use preset color circles or create custom color slots for subtitle backgrounds, active word highlights, and text stroke — each channel is independent.
3 min read
Editing Subtitle Text Edit individual subtitle words after AI generates them — tap to select, modify text, and fix any errors the AI may have missed.
3 min read
Gradient Background for Subtitles The gradient background darkens the area behind subtitle text for readability — and automatically flips direction when you move subtitles to the top.
3 min read
Multi-Language Subtitles Translate subtitles into multiple languages with AI. Export each language version separately or publish multilingual Shorts to the cloud.
4 min read
Bulk Subtitle Editor Edit all subtitle text at once in a scrollable list. Fix errors, rephrase words, and adjust timing without switching between clips.
3 min read
Subtitle Formatting Presets Choose from 4 AI formatting presets that control how transcribed text is processed — from verbatim correction to dramatic rewrites for impact.
3 min read
Subtitle Style Presets Apply a complete subtitle look with one tap using 5 built-in presets, or create and save your own custom presets for a consistent style across projects.
3 min read