Mobile Effect Editor
TikTok's mobile effect editor allows you to make effects directly from the TikTok app without having to download another app or tool. That means anyone - no matter their skill level or access to advanced tools or software - can become an effect creator and make effects that spark trends on TikTok.
Access TikTok's mobile effect editor
You can select an available template and customize it, or you can create an effect from scratch!
Make sure you are not recording in photo or text mode to access the Create tab.
Create an effect using a template
- In the TikTok app, tap the Add new post [+] button.
- In video mode (15s, 60s, or 10m), tap Effects.
- Go to the Create tab and select a template of your choice.
- Follow the prompts on the screen to customize the template.
Create an effect from scratch
- In the TikTok app, tap the Add new post [+] button.
- In video mode (15s, 60s, or 10m), tap Effects.
- Go to the Create tab.
- Tap the Add new effect [+] button.
- Add an object to start creating!
Feature overview
Once you're in the mobile effect editor, you can play around with the different features!
Templates
Quickly get started by applying and customizing a template.
Stickers
Add a sticker to your face, as a background, and more.
Filter
Change the overall color of your effect.
Effects
Apply a ready-made effect with one tap.
Animation and interaction
Make your effect dynamic by setting triggers and interactions.
Effect guidelines
Effects must comply with TikTok’s Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, Community Guidelines, Effect Guidelines, and all future policies governing the use of our service. TikTok reserves the right to reject or remove any effects that do not comply with the above terms, policies, or guidelines.
Frequently asked questions
See our FAQ page for answers to common questions!