What Can I Do If I Get Lag When Editing Text?

CapCut Online

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1. Browser & Cache

Ensure you are using the latest version of a mainstream browser (Chrome, Edge). Try refreshing the webpage.

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1. Simplify the Draft

Web-based editing relies heavily on real-time rendering.

• Recommendation: If the timeline is stuck, remove some heavy assets (like high-res PiP or complex animations) to reduce the load on your browser.

Desktop App (Windows / macOS)

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1. Switch Input Method/Mode

If you experience input lag (delayed typing), try switching your keyboard input method (e.g., from Sogou Pinyin to Microsoft Pinyin) or toggle between Full-width/Half-width modes. Test typing again to see if the issue resolves.

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1. Reduce Effects Load

If adjusting styles or dragging clips is laggy, check if your draft contains too many animations, Picture-in-Picture (PiP), or special effects.

• Recommendation: Disable or delete some effects temporarily, then try editing again.

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1. Hardware Acceleration

Make sure hardware acceleration is enabled in the settings (if available).

Mobile App (iOS / Android)

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1. Manage Project Complexity

Mobile devices have limited processing power. Lag usually occurs when the processor cannot handle real-time rendering.

• Recommendation: Turn off non-essential effects, stickers, or overlays in the timeline. Try editing the video in segments rather than loading the entire project at once.

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1. Clear Cache

Go to Settings > Clear Cache to free up storage space.

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1. Restart the App

Close the app completely and relaunch it to reset the memory usage.