Posting a Short on YouTube is a straightforward process and is a great way to engage with your audience using short, vertical videos (up to 60 seconds). Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to create and post short on YouTube:
How to create and post Short on YouTube
Via the YouTube App (Recommended for Shooting with a Phone):
Open the YouTube App:
- Make sure you have the latest version of the YouTube app installed on your smartphone.
Create a Short:
- Tap the “+” icon at the bottom of the screen.
- Choose ‘Create a Short’ from the menu.
Record Your Short:
- You can record a video directly through the app by holding the capture button. Release the button to stop recording.
- YouTube Shorts allows you to record multiple clips and stitch them together. Just press and hold the record button each time.
- You can also upload pre-recorded videos from your gallery by tapping the gallery icon.
Editing:
- After recording, you can use YouTube’s built-in editing tools to trim, adjust the speed, and add music to your video. Music can be added from YouTube’s library or your device.
- Add text to your video if needed, which can be set to appear at specific times.
Add a Title and Settings:
- Once you are satisfied with your Short, tap ‘Next’ to add a title (up to 100 characters).
- You can also select visibility settings (Public, Unlisted, or Private) and audience settings (whether it’s made for kids or not).
Publish:
- Once you have filled in all the details, tap ‘Upload’ to publish your Short.
Via the YouTube Studio (Desktop):
Prepare Your Video:
- Create a vertical video (9:16 aspect ratio) that is up to 60 seconds long using any video editing software on your computer.
Upload the Video:
- Go to YouTube Studio on your desktop.
- Click on ‘Create’ (the camera icon with a plus sign) and then ‘Upload videos’.
- Select the file you want to upload.
Add Details:
- Fill in the title, description, and other details. Make sure to include #Shorts in the title or description to help categorize the video as a Short.
Select Thumbnail:
- Choose a thumbnail that represents your Short well.
Visibility and Audience:
- Set your visibility (Public, Unlisted, or Private) and specify whether the content is made for kids.
Publish:
- Click ‘Publish’ to upload your Short to YouTube.
Tips for Creating Engaging YouTube Shorts:
- Content: Keep your content engaging and to the point.
- Vertical Format: Shoot in vertical format (9:16 aspect ratio) as Shorts are primarily designed for mobile viewing.
- Use Hashtags: Include #Shorts in your title or description to increase discoverability.
- Engage with Viewers: Encourage viewers to like, share, and comment on your Short.
- Consistency: Regularly posting Shorts can help in building an audience.
Remember, YouTube Shorts is a platform for quick, engaging content. It’s a great way to attract a new audience or give additional content to your current subscribers.
