How to Fix TikTok Filter Effects Not Working

It has been reported that some TikTok users cannot see filters. When they try to apply a filter, the effect doesn’t show on the video. Here, we have explained how to fix the TikTok filter effects not working error.

If TikTok filters are not working properly for you, you aren’t alone on this. Some TikTok users have reported having been receiving error messages.

The error message goes thus:

“This effect doesn't work with this device.”

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However, many users also complained of not seeing filters at all. When such a person tries to use a filter, the effect won’t be noticed on the video they have created.

And, for some, the filters will neither download nor load at all. These and more are some of the most rampant issues on TikTok.

Here, we have explained all you need to know to fix TikTok filter effects not working on your device in three easy steps. Let’s begin.

How to fix this effect doesn't work with this device error on TikTok

Launch the TikTok app on your device and tap the + icon. This opens the camera screen.
Next, tap the record button to record your video. After making a recording, tap the record button again to pause your video.
Now, go to Effects (located to the bottom left corner of your screen) and use the search icon on the screen to search for an effect you will like to use. Once it appears, tap it and it should work without any flaw whatsoever.

How to fix TikTok effects not working

Clearing the cache for the TikTok app should fix the effects not working error. Otherwise, you can simply consider a re-installation of the app on your device from the Google Play Store for Android or Apple App Store if you use an iPhone.

Kindly note that when you clear an app’s cache, all data related to the app is removed alongside and cannot be retrieved. However, it will certainly help to fix bugs and glitches.

If filter effects are not working correctly after clearing the TikTok app's cache, the last and final hope is to reinstall the app. However, ensure you have saved all drafts so as not to lose any important work that you have done.

How to Clear cache on TikTok

To use the clear cache feature on TikTok, visit your TikTok profile and open the menu icon (the three horizontal bars at the top right of your screen).
Visit your TikTok profile and open the menu icon
Next, go to Settings and privacy and locate the Cache and cellular data section. Go to Settings and privacy
Locate the Cache and cellular data section
Tap the Free up space option to see Cache and Downloads.
Tap the Free up space option
In front of the cache, tap Clear. This will force close the app and re-open it. Now, you can start things afresh
Tap Clear

Be sure to try reusing an effect once the app re-opens and it should be working fine.

Conclusion

The TikTok full features don’t work properly on some devices. As a result, you might have certain effects not working as supposed. Make you try other effects and see if they work, or try out the effect on a friend’s device.

Clearing the TikTok’s app cache or simple a reinstallation work most times. However, if the problem persists and you can still use effects properly, simply contact the TikTok support team for further assistance.