TikTok, almost everyone knows the app. At the end of 2018, TikTok was the most downloaded social media app and it even has more users than Snapchat every month! So we can certainly speak of a new hype. If this has escaped you, which I can imagine, I have a short explanation about TikTok here to keep you up to date. Of course you don't want to and you can't stay behind…
What is TikTok exactly?
TikTok can be compared to Instagram. Just like with Instagram, on TikTok you also have an account where you can post content. You see the followers and the likes. The main difference between these apps is that on TikTok you can only post videos, not photos. The TikTok app can be downloaded for free in the App Store. Once you do that and open the app, you will see two different pages. The first page is called the 'For you' page. On it you can see videos that TikTok recommends based on interaction and previously viewed videos. You also have the 'Following' page. On this page you can watch videos of people you actually follow.
In addition to watching videos of other people, TikTok also offers the option of recording videos yourself. The main aspects here are the light, music and effects. Of course, light is important with every video. Make sure you are clearly visible. In addition, it is important to choose appropriate music for your video. Choose a song that suits your video or challenge. Finally, the effects on your TikTok video are very important. TikTok offers the unique possibility to edit your videos through stickers and texts. If all these aspects are correct, you can count on a successful TikTok video.
A popular item on TikTok are the challenges. You can think of a dance that you teach yourself on a certain song. You can also think of something simple such as a magic trick. It is also important to use hashtags. So you can use, challenge in this situation. In case you want to put the videos on the 'For you' page, simply use the hashtag, foryou. The challenges ensure that more people see the video.
TikTok famous
What everyone of course wants to know is: How does your TikTok become famous? Since TikTok has a lot of users, it is certainly not easy. Still, I have a few tips to get you started. Use popular music. If your viewers recognize the music, they're more likely to like your video. What can also make TikTok famous is by participating in challenges. People like to watch this. But even better, come up with a challenge yourself! This way people can take over your challenge.
In short, TikTok is a very broad app. You can upload anything on it and the fun part is, you can be super creative!
Good luck with filming!
