How to Use Eye Contact in Descript
- George Apostolov
How to Use Eye Contact in Descript: step-by-step guide
In the right-hand panel, look for the "Layer" section.
Select "Eye Contact".
Toggle the switch to enable the feature for your selected video.
Quick answer: To apply eye contact in Descript, first navigate to the right-hand panel and locate the Layer section. Next, select the Eye Contact option. Finally, toggle the switch to enable this feature for your chosen video clip, ensuring your subject appears to be looking directly at the camera throughout the playback.
About this Descript tutorial
Fix your video gaze in Descript by enabling the Eye Contact feature within the Layer section of the right-hand panel with a single toggle switch. This guide shows how to use Eye Contact in Descript in 3 steps, starting with "In the right-hand panel, look for the 'Layer' section" and finishing with "Toggle the switch to enable the feature for your selected video". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Descript interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to use Eye Contact in Descript?
3 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Descript data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Descript. Related guides: How to Use Studio Sound in Descript, How to Add a Pause in Descript and How to Add a Speaker in Descript. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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