There might be several reasons why TikTok is not showing templates from CapCut.
When TikTok is unable to show templates from CapCut, it usually means that there is a software error involving either of both applications (TikTok and CapCut) or even the device you are using.
Or maybe there is something you are simply not doing right and this can be very frustrating.
Whatever the case may be, this article explains possible causes or Tiktok not being able to show CapCut templates and not only provides the solutions to how to fix TikTok not showing CapCut templates but also shows how to go about it.
Why TikTok is Not Showing CapCut Templates
There is no sure way to identify the cause of the problem of TikTok not showing CapCut. Despite this, it is quite relevant to know the probable causes of this error so that you can know if anyone applies to you and fix it using the appropriate solutions.
Technical bugs
Technical bugs are minor complications that cause software applications to glitch. They may be minor but this does not mean they cause no harm to software applications.
Bugs certainly hamper the usage of the app in the sense that it will cause the app not to function smoothly.
TikTok is not showing CapCut template because either the software system of TikTok or CapCut is glitching because of bugs.
Network connection
TikTok needs an internet connection, a strong and stable one, to operate. Without an internet connection, one cannot do what they want to do on the app like watch and make videos.
If in the process of selecting a CapCut template TikTok cannot show it, then maybe the problem stems from your network.
Device incompatibility
Another reason TikTok is not showing is that your device may not be compatible with CapCut.
If that is the case, then it will be impossible for the CapCut template you want to be shown on TikTok and CapCut will not even be able to run on your device.
How to Fix TikTok not Showing CapCut Templates
To fix TikTok not showing CapCut template involves applying solutions that you can do yourself provided you follow the exact steps.
Depending on what you think is the problem, you can try to apply a suitable solution to fix the problem.
1. Update TikTok and CapCut
To resolve the technical bugs and glitches that are causing TikTok not to show CapCut template, then the first thing you need to do is update both the TikTok app and the CapCut app.
This is because the technical bugs can come from either of the apps or even both of them and updating them installs the latest software version of the apps on your device.
Depending on the device being used, there are different ways to go about updating the apps.
Updating TikTok on Android:
- Open the Google Play Store on your device
- Select the search icon and in the search bar and type in TikTok
- Select the official version of the app
- Tap on Update to download and install the latest version of the app.
Updating CapCut on Android:
- Select Google Play Store on your device
- Select your profile at the top-right corner of the screen
- Choose Manage apps and device
- Select Update available to see the list of all the apps on your device that need to be updated
- Locate CapCut and choose update for the new software version to be installed.
Updating CapCut on iOS:
- Open the App Store
- Select your profile icon at the top right corner of the screen.
- Under the AVAILABLE Updates section is a list of all apps that need to be updated
- Scroll through and locate CapCut
- Tap on the Update button to download and install the update for CapCut
Updating TikTok on iOS:
- Open the App Store on your device
- Navigate to the search menu and type ‘TikTok’ in the search bar
- Select the right option to open the app’s page
- Select Update to update the app
Windows:
- Open the Microsoft store
- Select Library to open a new page with a list of all the apps you have downloaded
- Click on Get Updates to show you a list of all the apps that need to be updated.
- Locate TikTok and CapCut and select update to upgrade the apps
Mac:
- Open the App Store
- Click on Updates which can be found at the left side of the screen.
- On the menu that is displayed, locate TikTok and CapCut and click the Update option next to them.
2. Clear Cache
Sometimes the data that is stored from these apps accumulates and eventually starts to make the apps lag.
When this happens, using the app becomes annoying and some features may not work. In such situations, clearing the cache is the only suitable option.
Android:
- Open Settings on your device
- Select Apps
- Navigate to the app of your choice (TikTok/ CapCut)
- Choose the Storage option
- Select Clear Cache to wipe out all temporary data.
iOS:
- Open Settings on your device
- Choose General
- Select iPhone Storage
- Find the app for which you want to clear cache (TikTok/CapCut)
- Choose Offload App to clear cache.
3. Reinstall the app
Deleting and downloading the app again is another way of clearing the cache and also getting the latest version of the app on your device.
Uninstalling the app and installing it again serves as a refresh for the app and all errors are bound to be fixed.
- Delete TikTok and CapCut on your device
- Open a web browser on your device
- Visit TikTok and CapCut websites to download the latest version of the app for your device.
4. Switch to a Strong Internet Connection
Switch internet networks to get a much stronger connection if you realize that the reason TikTok is not showing CapCut template is because you have a weak internet connection.
Change from a cellular data network to a WIFI network or from a WIFI network to an ethernet connection to have a much more stable connection.
5. Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Another reason TikTok is not showing a CapCut template is because that particular template you are looking for is not available in your region.
To get access to such templates, you will need to download a VPN. A VPN basically hides your location so that you can access restricted content.
On your device, open Google Play Store, App Store, Microsoft Store etc.
Search and download a free VPN
After it is done installing on your device, open it and connect to a country where the template you want to find is available. (Preferably United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom)
Open TikTok again to get your template.
Examples of free VPNs that you can download are Azure VPN Client, Secure VPN Proxy, and Proton VPN.
Online Video Editor
CapCut offers an online video editor that you can opt to use should your device be incompatible with the CapCut application.
The online video editor is no different from the application it’s just that you will need to access it with a web browser. Regardless of whatever device you are using, you can always use CapCut’s online video editor
Conclusion
TikTok shows templates from CapCut because it is much easier and simpler You might see someone use a template and want to use that same template for your video.
To do this simply click on the Try Template sign at the bottom of the user’s video.
If TikTok is unable to show you the template then it is an error that can be fixed once you apply the solutions.
