Theo J. Bressett
Updated 22/04/2024
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TikTok is undeniably one of the most popular social media platforms out there for viewers and creators alike. While it’s been around for quite some time, it more recently has emerged and shown just how much of a powerhouse it really is for the world. In a short time, we’ve seen TikTok captivate the attention of millions around the world, while also bringing a creative concept to the lives of others.
Some people use TikTok to make a living, others use it for creative lease, and still more use TikTok to disconnect from the world around them and connect with others for entertainment and more. Recently, TikTok made an announcement that they will be releasing a photo-centric app called TikTok notes and people are so excited for what this means.
But what does it mean? Find out more below!
TikTok Notes: Explore Photo-Based Visual Creativity
TikTok is 100% a video-based app. If you know anything about how it works, then you know you aren’t going to find any photos there. People create videos that can be anywhere from 15 seconds to 3 minutes long. Those videos can be tons of different things. It’s all about making connections and telling a story. These short videos have always worked well for that, but people also enjoy photos and the ability to integrate text to tell their stories.
That is where TikTok notes come in. The introduction of this new and captivating app still remains a center for creativity. What it does is add a brand new dynamic to creativity with the ability to tell a story using photos. It’s a fresh approach that aligns them with the demands of other social media platforms out there and yet still sets them apart from every single one.
This expansion is certainly strategic in that it brings something new to their capabilities. It creates new pursuits and caters to the diverse interests of an ever evolving audience at the same time.
Key Features to Be Excited For
There is still a lot of unknown about TikTok Notes. While TikTok released the teaser announcement, we still have yet to discover a release date. Yet, the brand has put out just enough information to leave the world curious and on the edge of their seats as they wait for the new photo app to be released. The excitement is building and the anticipation is evident as everyone awaits the details and the ability to experience it in person. Until then, these are the features we’re all excited for:
- Creative Editing Tools
- Collaborative Features
- Seamless Integration
Creative Editing Tools
A major feature that we are excited to see is the creative editing tools that TikTok Notes will offer. We know that their editing tools on traditional TikTok are amazing so we expect to see a lot of similar innovation and features that stand out.
While we don’t know the exact details yet, everyone is excited to see the creativity that TikTok deploys with this app. We expect to see a wide range of innovative editing tools and filters that can enhance your creative capabilities. These will enhance the things that you create, but they will also enhance the user experience as they see your content.
You should be able to handle every element of editing here in one spot. You can crop, adjust exposure, and take advantage of more advanced features and effects or filters that attract your attention. This allows creators to express their style and their creativity with photos of their choice.
Collaborative Features
TikTok has always had a strong emphasis on collaborative opportunity. On TikTok, we see ways to stitch videos and share reactions, allowing you to collaborate and create within a community. From what people are saying, TikTok Notes is going to put just as much of an emphasis on your collaborative capabilities.
Collaboration here may even hold unique opportunities that you haven’t seen before. You can collaborate and create projects together with your friends, family, influencers, and other creators too. One of the coolest features we anticipate here is the ability to co-edit photos in real time. Can you imagine how fun that might be?
Of course, it doesn’t stop there. Those photo projects and photo challenges will be easy to participate and coordinate with others. The best part is you can have fun while you do it. Creating and collaborating will be a breeze and the way it works will be similar to TikTok so many people will already be familiar with these tools.
Seamless Integration
Finally, the feature we all want to know about is how TikTok Notes will integrate with TikTok. The good news is that the makers are promising a seamless integration between the two apps. That means you can access both platforms and easily switch between the two. They will connect and you can share across both platforms in the process.
Again, we haven’t seen it in action, but the promise is that integration will provide a seamless experience and you will easily be able to navigate between watching or sharing videos on TikTok and watching or sharing photos on TikTok Notes. You get the best of both worlds.
How Will TikTok Notes Affect Creators or Brands?
We’re glad you asked! TikTok Notes is set to be a major release and most creators and brands are anxiously awaiting the drop and release of this new, integrative app. The goal for most creators and brands is the ability to communicate, create, and collaborate. Any platform that provides those capabilities or enhances those capabilities is sure to be great.
Imagine how successful Instagram has been for creators and brands. It’s an incredibly popular platform for both spectrums and it creates a fun and enjoyable experience. The ability to use photos enhances the creation of visual storytelling.
How will TikTok Notes affect these brands and creators? It will give them the opportunity to further expand their reach and their impact. Imagine the doors to success a creator may experience. Here are a few positive benefits!
Broad Exposure
Most creators, brands, and influencers want to be seen by as many people as possible. After all, the more people that see and delight in their content, the more successful they are. TikTok Notes simply provides additional opportunities to get more content in front of more people. It will broaden the exposure of content and may reach new audiences compared to traditional TikTok.
Monetization Possibilities
We’re assuming that creators will be able to monetize on TikTok Notes in the same ways they do on TikTok. Since the two are supposed to seamlessly integrate, this should coordinate together. Creators already have potential for monetization, but this may improve those capabilities even more.
A creator struggling to reach the numbers might be able to finally reach their goals. And creators experiencing the full potential of monetization might be able to further expand and earn more.
New Content Possibilities
TikTok is all about video creation where TikTok Notes will be all about photo creation. Both apps are sure to be perfect at whichever production they provide for you. As a creator or a brand, you have more content possibilities and more editing tools to enhance and perfect your content in that way. You can make more content and explore all the content capabilities at your fingertips.
A Sneak Peek at the Rumors
There are plenty of rumors flying around about TikTok Notes right now. They announced the upcoming release more than a month ago and we eagerly anticipate learning more and seeing the app in action.
With every release like this, there are rumors to be aware of. One rumor is that it’s going to take away from TikTok, but the truth is that it really is going to add to TikTok. You can share similar moments or completely different moments and share them through photos. It’s a different way to capture a story.
Most sources indicate that everything will integrate together, but you can flip between two feeds, much like you can on TikTok. At initial release, the look appears to give you a “for you” feed as well as a “following” feed and you can scroll both well. You should also be able to use or see carousel posts, multiple photos, single photos, and copy that goes with them.
Finally, many people are comparing this to the original Instagram. While it certainly does compare, it’s bound to be so much more with all the neat features and additions.
Conclusion
TikTok has been pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation since it was released. With the appeal of TikTok Notes, the company continues to push those boundaries in brand new ways. This launch is sure to be a major milestone that provides people with multi-faceted tools all at the hands of a highly sought after social media platform.
TikTok Notes will focus on visual expression and telling a story with photos, offering new inspiration and creative opportunity to continue to build and expand connections in brand new ways. Look for more to come on this exciting new release!
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