How to Use the Duet Feature on TikTok

Follow these steps to create a Duet video on TikTok.

  1. Find the video you want to duet with

    Find and play the original video you'd like to film alongside.

  2. Tap the share icon (arrow)

    Tap the share icon to the right of the video.

  3. Select "Duet"

    Choose "Duet" from the share menu, and a split-screen recording view opens.

  4. Film your half and post

    Record on your side of the screen while the original video plays, then edit and post when you're done.

  5. Why it's useful

    When you want to react to someone's video or show yourself dancing or singing alongside it, you can film the original and your own footage side by side at the same time.

React, Collaborate, or Just Play Along

Duets let you sit right next to someone else's video without ever meeting them β€” reacting to a joke, harmonizing with a singer, or adding a punchline turns a solo clip into a shared moment, and it's one of the easiest ways to join a trend already in motion.

It Also Works as a Response Tool

Beyond entertainment, creators use Duets to answer questions, add commentary, or extend a tutorial someone else started, which is why the feature has become as much a conversation format as a creative one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I duet with any video?

No β€” the "Duet" option only appears if the person who posted the original video has allowed duets on it.

Can I change the screen layout?

Yes β€” from the recording screen you can choose a side-by-side or top-and-bottom layout, whichever fits your video better.