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What is the GoPro Quik App?

GoPro designed their cameras to be as easy to use as possible, regardless of whether you’re a first-time user or a seasoned pro. The controls are straightforward and user-friendly, and thanks to the built-in WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, it’s easy to share files from your camera with your friends and family or post them online. But where does the GoPro Quik App fit into all of this?

The GoPro Quik app gives you convenient access to all of your GoPro content. With the app, you can edit and share photos and videos from your GoPro camera directly to your phone. You can also use the app to control your camera remotely. The Quick app is available for both iOS and Android devices.

The Quik app is a powerful tool that gives users more control over their GoPro content than ever before. Let’s look at how to install and use the GoPro Quik app so that you can get the most out of your GoPro.

What Does the GoPro Quik App Do?

GoPro Quik Video Editor App on iPhone 11 Pro

The GoPro Quik app is a video editing application designed specifically for GoPro footage. It includes features such as automated video creation, trimming, and adding music.

The app also provides access to GoPro’s cloud-based video storage service, making it easy to share videos with friends and family. Once you’ve installed the GoPro Quik app on your mobile device, you can connect your GoPro camera directly to the app via WiFi or USB, or import videos from your camera’s memory card.

The app will then analyze the footage and create a custom edit based on the content. You can make further adjustments to the edit, including trimming clips and adding music. Once you’re happy with the results, you can share your video directly from the app. 

There are several benefits to using the GoPro Quik app, including the following:

  • Automated video editing: The app’s algorithms will automatically edit your footage to create a cohesive and stylish video.
  • Trimming and music: You can further customize your video by trimming clips and adding music from your library or the app’s built-in selection.
  • Cloud storage: The GoPro Quik app provides access to GoPro’s cloud-based video storage service, making it easy to share videos with others.
  • Mobile app: The GoPro Quik app is available for both iOS and Android devices, making it easy to edit and share videos on the go.

Is the GoPro Quik App Free?

The Quik app is free to download and use on a trial basis. Customers who want to unlock the app’s full capabilities can subscribe for $1.99/month or $9.99/year. This subscription includes unlimited cloud backup of your imported photos and videos at their original quality. The Quik app also features: 

  • Unlimited Importing of Your Favorite Photos and Videos: Import as much content from your camera to your computer or your favorite social media networks.
  • Trim and Crop Your Clips: Edit your video clips to perfection with just a few taps. Crop out unwanted sections, or trim down to your favorite part of the action.
  • Add Music From Your Library or Choose From Quik’s Selection: Choose from a selection of free songs, or add music from your library.
  • Create Professional-Quality Videos: The Quik app uses advanced algorithms to automatically edit your photos and videos to create beautiful, shareable videos that look like they were made by a pro.
  • GoPro-Exclusive Filters: ​Add a unique look to your video with GoPro-exclusive filters.
  • New Video Speed Tool: Speed ramp your videos faster or slower and add super slo-mo and freeze frame segments at multiple points within a single video clip.
  • Premium Themes: Choose from a growing list of sophisticated video edit themes that make it easy to give your videos a particular style or energy.

Those who pay $49.99/year for a GoPro Subscription, meanwhile, get all of the features of a Quik subscription, as well as the following:

  • $100 off up to three new GoPro cameras a year.
  • Up to 50% off accessories at GoPro.com.
  • Unlimited cloud storage of their GoPro photos and videos at original quality.
  • High-quality live streaming from a GoPro to GoPro’s premium streaming platform.
  • Guaranteed damaged camera replacement.

 How to Install the Quik App

The GoPro Quik app is available for both iOS and Android devices. You can install the app on your mobile device by visiting the App Store or Google Play Store and searching for ‘GoPro Quik.’

The app is free to install and use on a trial basis. Customers who want to unlock the app’s full capabilities can subscribe for just $1.99/month or $9.99/year. Those who pay $49.99/year for a GoPro Subscription get access to the extra premium features we described above.

Do You Have to Use the GoPro Quik App? 

The Quik app offers a convenient way to edit and share your GoPro videos. However, using the app to edit or share your videos is not required.

You can still edit your videos using other video editing software, such as iMovie or Windows Movie Maker. If you’re looking for more control over the editing process, we recommend using one of these programs.

However, the Quik app is a great option if you’re looking for a quick and easy way to edit and share your GoPro videos.

How to Connect the Quick App to the GoPro

Once you’ve installed the GoPro Quik app on your mobile device, you’ll need to connect it to your GoPro camera to edit and share your videos. The GoPro and your phone must be connected to the same WiFi network for the app to work.

To connect your GoPro to the Quik app, open the app and tap on the ‘Connect & Control‘ button. Then, select your GoPro from the list of available devices. 

Once you’ve selected your GoPro, you’ll be prompted to enter the password for your WiFi network. Your GoPro will be connected to the Quik app, and you can begin editing and sharing your videos.

To do this, open the app and tap ‘Create New Project.’ Then, select the ‘Import from Device‘ option and choose the video you want to edit.

Once the video has been imported, you can begin editing it using the various tools provided in the app. After editing, you can share your video with others by tapping the ‘Share‘ button.