How to Use and Activate the Viral Age Filter in CapCut App

The viral old age filter on TikTok and CapCut has taken the internet by storm. This AI-powered filter shows users an older version of themselves, giving a realistic glimpse into the future. As a social media strategist and influencer, I have tested out this filter and will provide a step-by-step guide on how to properly use and activate it.

What You Need

To use the old age filter, you will need:

  • The CapCut video editing app
  • The FaceApp photo editing app
  • A clear photo of your face

Step 1: Download the Necessary Apps

If you don’t already have CapCut and FaceApp, download them from the App Store or Google Play Store. Both apps are free.

Step 2: Take a Clear Photo of Yourself

For the filter to work properly, you need a well-lit, close-up photo showing your full face. Make sure there is no obstruction like hats or sunglasses. Take a few photos and select the clearest one to use.

Step 3: Open FaceApp and Find the “Age” Filter

Open FaceApp and scroll through the features until you find “Age”. Under this section, you will find the “Cool Old” filter.

Step 4: Apply the “Cool Old” Filter

Select your photo and apply the “Cool Old” filter. This will generate a photo of an older version of yourself. Adjust any settings and save the final image to your camera roll.

Step 5: Open CapCut and Find the Template

Open CapCut and search for the old age filter video template under the “Templates” tab. Select the template to use.

Step 6: Insert Your Photos

First insert your original young photo followed by the older filtered photo you created in FaceApp.

Step 7: Adjust and Export

Use CapCut to trim or adjust the transition. Add any text, effects or music. When done, export the video to save to your camera roll.

Step 8: Upload to TikTok

Open TikTok to upload your old age filter video. Add any hashtags like #oldagefilter and watch it go viral!

Pro Tip: Use good lighting and take photos from different angles for best results.

Variations to Try

  • Use childhood photos for an even more dramatic aging effect.
  • Include multiple people for fun comparison photos.
  • Add captions using song lyrics about growing old or getting wiser.

Why This Filter Went Viral

This old age filter took off because it’s simple to do, highly customizable, and the end results are surprisingly realistic. It’s fun to see yourself instantly aged decades older. The shock factor definitely helped it gain popularity.

It also went viral because the transition template was readily available on CapCut. This made it easy for masses of users to replicate the trend. Using popular songs about aging or youth in the background helped fuel the views as well.

Conclusion

Transforming into your older self with the viral old age filter is easy and entertaining. In just a few taps, you can create an engaging TikTok video to take part in this widespread trend. So what are you waiting for? Go make your own old age filter video and ride the viral wave!

Additional Tips:

  • Adjust FaceApp filters for best effects
  • Use stickers and reactions in CapCut
  • Enhance with trending audios about aging