Happy Birthday

About this template

Happy Birthday is a 17-second birthday CapCut template made by SadButHappy that turns 4 photos or videos into a finished video with the music, cuts and effects already in place. With more than 3.8M uses, it ranks among the most used CapCut templates at the moment.

You will be asked for 4 clips; select them in story order so the edit flows. At around 17 seconds it suits a quick Reel, Short or WhatsApp Status. Put the clearest photo of the birthday person first, and keep their face near the centre of each frame.

How to use Happy Birthday

1. 1

   Open it in CapCut

   Tap "Use Template in CapCut" on this page. On a computer, use the QR code and scan it with your phone.

2. 2

   Tap Use template

   CapCut shows the template preview. Tap the Use template button, usually at the bottom of the screen.

3. 3

   Add 4 clips

   Select photos or videos from your gallery in the order you want them. Vertical clips fit best.

4. 4

   Edit and export

   Swap any clip, change the text if there is some, then tap Export and pick your quality.

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