Not long ago, the majority of people were uninterested in having a TikTok app on their devices. But, for the time being, not having a TikTok account may be synonymous with failing to stay up with the trends. TikTok isn’t simply a platform for teenagers; it also has a significant following aged 13 to 60.
Many businesses and specialists are switching to this platform since it is still simpler to build a following on it than on any other. If you want to learn more about TikTok, we’ve put up this simple introduction to help you get started.
TikTok for Novices: Sign up
TikTok has had over 2.6 billion downloads [1]. It has become one of the fastest-growing social media sites, and you can join the ranks of active users by installing the app from Google Play or the App Store. Sign up with a traditional username and password, or using a Gmail, Facebook, or Twitter account.
Make your profile unique.
After you’ve signed up, touch on the person-shaped symbol in the lower right to change your profile. You should include a bio, username, profile photo, or video, as well as links to your other social network accounts. If you operate a business, including your Instagram and YouTube sites; this is a terrific method to promote your company.
Participate in and Follow Others
Now that you’ve created your profile, you should interact with and follow other authors. Go to the video stream tab and like, comment on, or share the videos you like. 63% of active TikTok users say they’ve liked a video, while 54% say they’ve commented on one [1]. They do this because they understand that the more you interact, the more people will interact with your video. Do not interact at random, as your feed will be tailored based on the videos you watch. You may also look for videos or accounts to watch and follow, or you can search for videos based on popular subjects.
TikTok Video
After seeing so many videos, you should have some ideas for your debut video. TikTok is more than simply a platform for dancing videos; if you’re inventive, you can reach hundreds, if not millions, of people.
Use trendy aspects in your video creation to boost your chances of success and virality. However, instead of relying on these trendy aspects, smoothly weave them into your concept.
Video Recording and Editing
The maximum duration of a TikTok video is 60 seconds, giving you 60 seconds to ‘WOW’ your visitors. There are special features and tools available to help you accomplish this look. You may change the pace of your video, switch between front and rear cameras, beautify your video by adjusting the lighting, optimise the tone of your skin, and much more.
Post on a Regular Basis
The more you publish on any social media network, the more people you will reach. This is also true with TikTok, especially if you’re just getting started. Consistent posting is a definite technique to get more people to see your videos. You may accomplish this by generating your films in batches and posting them in a matter of minutes.
Adapt
When your profile is complete and you are frequently publishing, you must adjust to the platform’s shifting trends. TikTok is a rapidly developing platform that rapidly changes and adapts to new trends, therefore you must stay up with current trends. When you swiftly react to trends, your chances of growing and getting viral rise. Always assess your material, look for those with high engagement, and continue to create more of what your audience appreciates.
I hope you learned something from this short intro to TikTok for novices. Most of all you need to get started and slowly build up your presence over time.
References
[1] Influencermarketinghub. Tiktok-stats
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