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Comprehensive YouTube Shorts Creation Guide

Nov 26, 2024

Complete Guide to YouTube Shorts

Basics of YouTube Shorts

  • Duration: Maximum of 60 seconds.
  • Aspect Ratio: 9:16 (vertical portrait).
    • Wider formats can result in black bars, wasting space.
  • Accessibility: Anyone can create Shorts, regardless of subscribers or views.

Creating YouTube Shorts

  • Use the YouTube mobile app or your own video editor.
  • Shorts are automatically detected when uploaded.

Accessing YouTube Shorts

  • Homepage under the Shorts section.
  • Subscription feed and channel homepage.
  • Search on YouTube for specific Shorts topics.
  • Hashtag search in YouTube.
  • Dedicated Shorts tab on the YouTube app.

Creating Shorts in the App

  • Tap the plus button and select "Create Short".
  • Red button to start/stop recording; red meter shows recording time.
  • Recording Features:
    • Record multiple clips.
    • Extend recording time to 60 seconds.
    • Undo button for last clip.
  • Creative Features:
    • Timers, green screens, effects, filters.
    • Add music and sound without copyright claims.

Editing and Uploading Shorts

  • Add text and adjust timing.
  • Important to have a short, searchable title (≤40 characters).
  • Can select a thumbnail from a frame; custom thumbnails require a hack.
  • Consider uploading as unlisted/private for processing check.

Viewer's Interaction with Shorts

  • Swipe through Shorts quickly; can like, comment, share.
  • Description box is hidden behind three dots.
  • Use pinned comments for calls to action.

Audio and Remixing

  • Audio source shown at the bottom right corner.
  • Original audio can be used by others; creators agree to these terms.

Analytics and Monetization

  • Dedicated analytics section in YouTube Studio.
  • Monetization Requirements:
    • 1000 subscribers and 10 million Shorts views in 90 days.
    • No need for watch hours from Shorts.
    • Watch hours from long-form content (4000) also allow monetization.
  • Earnings: CPMs are lower than long-form content; many views needed for substantial earnings.

Conclusion

  • YouTube Shorts offer significant opportunities for creators.
  • Subscription to vidIQ recommended for further tips and hacks.

Note: This guide emphasizes the ease of creating and the potential reach of YouTube Shorts, while also providing insights into viewer behavior and monetization prospects.

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