Stitch is a TikTok tool that lets you take a short clip from someone else's video and play it before your own. Viewers see the original moment, then your reaction, answer or follow-up.
Stitches are popular for answering questions, adding expert commentary, joining a trend or continuing a story. The original creator gets credited automatically, and creators can turn Stitch off for their own videos.
For brands, Stitch is an easy way to join conversations already happening. A skincare brand might stitch a viewer asking about dry skin and reply with a quick routine. It works best when your response adds real value instead of just repeating the clip.
Questions about Stitch
What is the difference between a Stitch and a Duet on TikTok?
A Stitch plays a clip of the original video first, then your video afterward. A Duet shows your video side by side with the original as it plays. Stitch suits replies, while Duet suits live reactions.
How long can a TikTok Stitch clip be?
TikTok usually lets you select up to a few seconds from the original video, currently around five. You then record or upload your own response, which can be longer, following TikTok's normal video length limits.
Can you stop people from stitching your TikTok videos?
Yes. You can turn off Stitch for a single video in its settings before or after posting, or disable it for all your videos in your privacy settings. Some account types may have different defaults.
