How to Spin or Rotate a Video While It Plays in CapCut Desktop Using Keyframes

If you’ve ever wanted to make your video spin or rotate while it plays, CapCut Desktop has the perfect tool to bIf you’ve ever wanted to make your video spin or rotate while it plays, CapCut Desktop has the perfect tool to bring your footage to life. In this step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn how to use keyframes to create smooth rotation or spinning motion on any video clip, whether you want a quick 90° spin or a full 360° rotation.

Watch the full guide here: How to Spin or Rotate Video in CapCut Desktop Using Keyframes

✨ Why use spinning video animation?

It adds dynamic motion and interest to static footage
Great for transitions, highlighting products, or creative storytelling
No need for paid plugins, even the built-in Transform and Keyframe tools in CapCut handle it easily

🛠️ What you’ll learn in the video

  1. How to open the Transform tab in CapCut Desktop
  2. Where to add start and end keyframes for rotation
  3. How to adjust rotation degrees and smooth the spin
  4. Tips for timing spins with music or cuts

If you’ve been searching “how to spin or rotate video in CapCut Desktop using keyframes”, this tutorial breaks it all down in under 3 minutes. Simple, effective, and no extra software required.