CapCut has grown from a TikTok editing app into a legitimate creative tool — and yes, it supports custom .cube LUT files. The workflow is a bit different from Premiere or DaVinci, but it's straightforward once you know where to look.

CapCut Desktop (Windows / Mac)

Desktop CapCut has the most complete LUT support.

Importing a LUT

  1. Import your clip onto the timeline
  2. Select the clip
  3. In the right panel, go to Color → Adjustments → LUT
  4. Click Import and navigate to your .cube file
  5. The LUT is now saved in your CapCut LUT library for future use

Applying and Adjusting

Once imported:

  • Select the LUT from the library to apply it
  • Use the Strength slider to blend between original and fully applied
  • You can stack the LUT on top of manual colour adjustments — apply your LUT first, then fine-tune with the basic colour tools

CapCut Mobile (iOS / Android)

Mobile CapCut has LUT support, but with limitations. Custom .cube import is available but the file access process differs by operating system.

iOS

  1. Add your clip to the timeline
  2. Tap the clip to select it
  3. Tap Adjust → Filter → Custom
  4. Tap Import — this opens Files
  5. Navigate to your downloaded .cube file and import it

The LUT appears in your custom filter library for the current project.

Android

The process is similar, but CapCut's access to file locations varies by Android version:

  1. Select your clip
  2. Tap Adjust → Custom Filter
  3. Tap the + button to import
  4. Navigate to your .cube file using the file picker

If the import fails, try moving the .cube file to your Downloads folder — CapCut has consistent access to that location.

Which Version to Use

CapCut doesn't transform log footage automatically, so pick the right folder from your pack:

  • Shot in a log profile (S-Log, D-Log, C-Log, BMD Film, etc.) → use a LUT from the LOG folder
  • Shot on iPhone standard, GoPro, drone in Rec.709, or any camera without log → use a LUT from the STD folder

Applying a LOG LUT to standard footage will look heavily washed out. Applying a STD LUT to log footage will look flat and low-contrast. Pick the folder that matches how you shot.

Performance on Mobile

Applying a LUT in CapCut on mobile will affect export time, particularly on older devices. If you notice slowdowns during playback or export, try reducing the project preview quality in settings — the final export will still apply the LUT at full quality.

Supported LUT Formats

CapCut supports .cube files (the industry standard), which is what CleanLUTs packs use. It does not support .3dl or other formats.

If your downloaded .cube file doesn't import, check that it hasn't been corrupted during download — try re-downloading and extracting the zip again.