TikTok filters are creative effects that allow users to alter their appearance or surroundings in videos on the platform. They have become extremely popular among TikTok’s over 1 billion monthly active users. According to xperiencify.com, 64% of TikTok users have tried filters or lenses to create videos. The purpose of this article is to explain the different methods for downloading TikTok filters so they can be used offline or edited.
Why Download TikTok Filters?
Downloading TikTok filters gives you permanent access to effects you want to reuse, even when you are offline. According to Gloam, TikTok AR filters can get millions of views per day, so downloading your favorites means you can use viral effects multiple times. Downloading also allows you to send fun filters to friends so you can use the same ones in your own TikTok videos together.
Having the filter files on your device provides more flexibility than just using what’s currently trending in the app. You can re-use filters you’ve downloaded previously even if they are no longer widely available in the main TikTok interface. Overall, downloading gives you better control over curating and collecting your favorite AR effects.
Find Filters to Download
One of the easiest ways to find filters to download is by searching for them directly within the TikTok app using relevant keywords. You can search for generic terms like “filters” or “effects” or look for something more specific like “beauty filters” or “rainbow filter.” The TikTok search bar allows you to quickly pull up results for filters containing your desired keywords or features.
TikTok also makes it easy to discover new filters under the “Discover” tab. Here you can browse popular and trending filters that are getting a lot of engagement. Tapping on a filter preview will show you the top videos using that effect. This is a great way to find new filters gaining traction that you may want to try out yourself. Pay attention to filters used in videos relevant to your interests or niches.
Download Filters Using Third-Party Apps
If you don’t want to download filters directly from TikTok, there are some good third-party apps you can use:
TikSave
TikSave is a popular app for saving TikTok videos and effects. To use it to download filters:
- Download and install the TikSave app on your device.
- Open the app and search for the filter you want.
- Tap the filter to open it, then tap the download icon.
- The filter will be saved to your device.
TokDownload
TokDownload is another app that lets you download TikTok filters. Here’s how to use it:
- Get the TokDownload app.
- Search for the filter you want.
- Tap the filter result to open it.
- Tap the download button to save the filter.
Other apps like Video Downloader Without Watermark and Snaptube work similarly. Just search for the filter in the app and tap download. These third-party apps provide an easy way to find and save filters outside of TikTok.
Download Directly From TikTok (iOS)
One way to download filters on iOS is to screen record them directly in the TikTok app. Here are the steps:
- Open the TikTok app and find a video using the filter you want to download.
- Tap and hold the screen record icon in the control center while the filter is active.
- Stop the screen recording once you have captured enough of the filter in action.
- Open the Photos app and trim the beginning and end of the video so just the filter effect remains.
- Save the trimmed video to keep the filter.
This method lets you directly capture TikTok filters on an iPhone or iPad for later use. You can then add the saved filters to your own videos in the TikTok app.
Download Directly From TikTok (Android)
If you have an Android device, you can download TikTok filters directly by using the screen recording feature. Here are the steps:
- Open the TikTok app and find a video using the filter you want to download.
- Start the screen recording function on your Android device. This is usually initiated by pressing the power and volume down buttons at the same time.
- With screen recording on, play the TikTok video with the desired filter. Make sure to record a few seconds of the filter in action.
- Stop the screen recording.
- Go into your Gallery or Photos app and trim the beginning and end of the recording so it just shows the TikTok filter in action.
- The trimmed screen recording can now be saved and used in other apps for editing and sharing.
By using Android’s built-in screen recording capabilities, you can capture TikTok filters directly without needing to install any third-party apps. Just make sure to trim the beginning and end of the recording to isolate the filter effect. The end result is a video file showing the filter that you can save and access to add to other videos or share on different platforms.
Source: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/how-to-download-filters-for-tiktok?lang=en
Editing Downloaded Filters
Once you have downloaded a filter, you can edit and customize it to fit your creative vision using video editing apps like VSCO, Adobe Premiere Rush, Snapchat, or CapCut:
In VSCO, add the filter to your clip then use the editing tools to adjust the intensity, crop, add text, or mix and match with other filters. VSCO also lets you save your edited filters to use again later (source).
In Premiere Rush, import the filtered clip, apply adjustments like brightness and contrast, mix with other clips and filters, add overlays or stickers, and more. Your customized filter can be saved and reused (source).
In Snapchat, add the downloaded clip to your camera roll then open it in Snapchat to access editing tools like trimming, adding music, inserting stickers, drawing, and overlaying creative lenses. Tap “Save” to save your creation (source).
CapCut has advanced editing features to color correct, crop, cut and splice clips, mix filters, add text animations, voiceovers, and sound effects. You can also save customized filters to reuse.
Sharing Downloaded Filters
Once you have downloaded a filter, you can easily share it with friends and followers. On iOS, you can share filters through iMessage, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, and more. Simply open the filter in the TikTok app, tap the share icon, and select the app you want to share through. You can include a message and the filter will be sent as a video that others can then download and use.
On Android, the process is similar – open the filter, tap the share icon, and select an app to share through like Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, etc. You can share the filter video or send the direct link. When shared through messaging apps, the recipient just needs to tap the link to open the filter in TikTok and download it to their own collection.
Sharing downloaded filters is a great way to let your friends try out fun effects and expand the reach of filters you really like. Just be mindful of who you share filters with, as some may contain references or imagery intended for a mature audience.
According to Effect House, creators can also share their custom effects more broadly by publishing them through TikTok’s Effect House publishing tools. This allows other users to discover and download an effect.[1]
Risks and Limitations
While downloading TikTok filters can be fun and creative, there are some risks and limitations to be aware of:
Copyright Issues – Most filters on TikTok are copyrighted by their creators. Downloading and reusing a filter you didn’t create could potentially infringe on someone’s intellectual property. Be mindful of giving proper credit.
Potential Malware – Be cautious of third-party apps that claim to download TikTok filters. Some may contain malware or try to phish your personal information (https://www.security.org/digital-safety/is-tiktok-safe/). Only use reputable apps and links.
Filters May Expire – Filters downloaded from TikTok directly to your camera roll may eventually stop working if used offline for too long. Filters rely on connecting to TikTok’s servers to function properly long-term.
Limited Sharing Options – Downloaded filters can only be shared directly to contacts and not posted publicly like filters used within the TikTok app. Your ability to remix them may be limited.
Quality Issues – Downloaded filters may degrade in visual quality or have other technical issues when used offline compared to using them in the TikTok app.
By being vigilant and using common sense, you can enjoy downloaded TikTok filters safely while minimizing risks.
Conclusion
To recap, there are a few main ways to download filters on TikTok. Using third-party apps like TikSave or Sook makes it simple to find and save filters with just a couple taps. For iOS users, downloading directly in the TikTok app involves saving videos with the desired filter applied, extracting the filter file, and importing it back into TikTok. On Android, downloading requires enabling developer options to get access to the filter files.
The key benefits of downloading TikTok filters include being able to use them even if they get deleted or become unavailable. Downloading also allows you to edit filters or share them with others. However, there are some risks such as third-party apps potentially being malicious, and limits on how many times a downloaded filter can be used before needing to be re-downloaded. Overall, downloading TikTok filters lets you customize your content and regain control over filters you find fun or useful.
