How to Use Flash on TikTok

The flash effect on TikTok is one trend which has been going viral for the past few months – adding…

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The flash effect on TikTok is one trend which has been going viral for the past few months – adding colour and more than a little stimulation to even the blandest of TikTok videos and posts.

And while there are a few different flash effects that have been making waves across the platform, the main and standout one is the rainbow flash effect.

The flash effect fills the video or camera screen with a flashing rainbow strobe. It turns even the simplest of backgrounds into a vibrant disco and is popular among spoof creators, comedic creators, and colour lovers.

Here’s how to find and use it…

Finding the Flash Effect

  1. Head to the TikTok app and click on the large plus sign in the centre at the bottom of the screen
  2. Tap on the ‘Effects’ button to the left hand side of the capture button
  3. Click on the magnifying glass icon to open a search bar
  4. Search for ‘Rainbow Flash Effect’ or ‘Flash Effect’ – depending on whether you’re looking for the viral rainbow flash or something a little more basic

When you find the right effect, apply it to your screen and then create your content as usual – with the effect effortlessly and instantly enhancing your video.

NOTE: Some flash effects will come with a photosensitivity trigger warning. Creators who use these filters and effects will often apply a similar warning to their caption or to the cover of their video to let followers know about the flashing lights.

And voila! With this effect your content will reach a whole new level. Happy TikTok-ing!