CapCut Project Made in a Newer Version
Hey guys, welcome back!
If you're reading this, you probably ran into a frustrating problem:
“This project was created by a newer version of CapCut. Update now.”
⚠️ The Problem
When you downgrade CapCut or reinstall an older version, projects created in newer versions may stop working. CapCut throws an error asking for an upgrade, even if you don’t want (or can’t afford) the Pro version.
But don’t worry — I found a simple step-by-step fix that will let you open your project again.
✅ Step-by-Step Fix
1. Open CapCut and Create a New Project
Open CapCut (version 3.3.0 or whichever version you’re using).
Create a new project with any name — just remember it for later.
Once created, close CapCut.
2. Open the CapCut App Data Folder
Press Windows + R on your keyboard.
Type %localappdata% and press Enter.
Go to:
CapCut > User Data > Projects > com.lveditor.draft
3. Find the Draft File
Find the folder with the name of the new project you just created.
Right-click on the file called draft_content and select Open with > Notepad.
4. Copy Version Values
Press Ctrl + F and search for: app_version
Copy the version value. (e.g., "3.3.0")
Do the same for new_version
Save both somewhere — you'll need them soon.
5. Edit the Old (Broken) Project
Now go back to your old project folder that’s not opening.
Open its draft_content file in Notepad.
Find every instance of new_version and replace it with the one you copied.
Do the same for app_version.
Make sure you replace all occurrences in the file.
6. Save and Reopen
Press Ctrl + S to save the file.
Now go back to CapCut and try opening your project.
Boom! 🎉 It should work now.
📽️ Still Confused?
If any step feels too fast or confusing, don’t worry! Just watch the tutorial video.
💬 Need Help?
Drop your questions in the comments section of the video or blog — I respond to every genuine query!
🙏 Final Thoughts
Thank you so much for reading. I hope this saved your hours of hard work and helped you get your project back.
Until next time,
Take care and keep creating! 🎬✨