# The 9-step CapCut workflow I used to edit the explainer video that won me the wurk.fun video contest.

- Author: DieHard (https://wurk.fun/user/DieHard)
- Published: 2026-08-09
- Canonical (HTML): https://wurk.fun/blog/six-steps-one-timeline-how-i-edit-explainer-videos-in-capcut
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First off, I want to appreciate wurk.fun for this amazing platform, it has been a great experience since joining, no better place to give and receive value in the web3 space other than on here.

Without further ado let's get into this article, it's going to be plain and simple to understand 

**1. Plan before you open the app**
You want to make sure you have a clear idea of what you want to do, in my own case I did. How to go about this? 
Write a short script or outline. Know your intro, main points, and closing line before you start editing.

**2. Import your footage**
Open CapCut, start a new project, and import your video clips, screen recordings, or images from your camera roll. This stage I had recorded myself explaining what wurk.fun is about fron the angle I chose, using my smartphone with good lighting, because you want to make sure you have a good illumination.

**3. Arrange your clips on the timeline**
Drag your clips onto the timeline in the order you want them to play. Trim the start and end of each clip so there's no dead space. I used screen recordings so I arranged accordingly. 

**4. Add voiceover or narration**
Record your voice directly in CapCut or import an audio file. Line it up with the matching clips on the timeline. This is where you want to narrate the screen recordings you imported. 

**5. Add text and captions**
Use text overlays to highlight key points. Personally, I think this is very important. Aside from highlighting the key points, it also gives your video a more aesthetic look. Auto-captions are also great for explainer videos, since some viewers watch without sound.

**6. Add transitions**
This stage some content creators overdo, always keep transitions simple, unless you need to go big. A basic cut or quick fade works better than flashy effects for explainer content, it keeps the focus on the message.

**7. Add background music**
Pick something low volume so it doesn't compete with your voice. CapCut has a built in music library you can pull from.

**8. Adjust pacing**
Watch the whole thing back. In my video I made sure to cut anything slow or repetitive. Explainer videos work best when they move fast and stay clear.

**9. Export**
Choose your resolution, usually 1080p is enough, and export. Pick the right aspect ratio depending on where you're posting it. a quick hint; for X (Twitter) go with 16:9 → Best for the platform's UI and landscape videos.

In conclusion, nine steps, one timeline, and a finished explainer video ready to post. You don't need every effect CapCut offers or a complicated setup to make something people actually watch. Plan well, keep your cuts clean, make your captions readable, and let the message lead.

If you're just starting out, don't aim for perfect on your first try. Edit a few short videos, get comfortable with the timeline, and your instincts will catch up fast.

Thanks for reading. If this breakdown helped you, try it on your next video and see how it turns out.