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You probably want to upload a YouTube Shorts video, however:
This guide shows you how to do it the quickest way (and for free).
The short answer: Use SendShort’s free plan to optimize YouTube Shorts videos in 1 click — the app resizes your videos and automatically adds subtitles.
YouTube Shorts videos are 9:16 (or 1080×1920), which is the opposite aspect ratio of computers.
Read more about the dimensions and length of YT Shorts.
Hooks and subtitles are the recipe for engagement.
With SendShort, you can automatically add subtitles in any language for your Shorts videos.
Check out our list of the best hooks.
Hashtags give your video another shot at becoming popular.
We have a detailed list of the best hashtags for Shorts — check it out before your next post.
Make sure you’re using the latest, most popular audios/sounds/music for your videos.
Use trending sounds from TikTok as well.
Trending music and high-quality audio is a recipe for better viewer retention.
Monitor your video performance and engage with your audience to improve your content.
Following these steps will help you create optimized and engaging YouTube Shorts that can attract and retain viewers.
Overall, optimizing for YouTube Shorts enhances both reach and engagement, making your videos more effective at growing your channel.
Optimized Shorts are more likely to appear in the Shorts feed and reach a larger audience.
By following the right format and using relevant hashtags, you enhance your chances of being discovered by new viewers.
Short, attention-grabbing content with captions, titles, and trending sounds keeps viewers interested. This leads to more likes, shares, and comments, helping your video perform better on the platform.
Optimization ensures the video fits the vertical format and captures attention quickly, increasing the likelihood that viewers watch till the end. Higher watch times positively impact video performance and can improve your channel’s overall ranking.
YouTube’s algorithm favors well-optimized content. Regularly posting engaging Shorts signals to the algorithm that your channel is active, boosting visibility for both Shorts and long-form content.
Optimized Shorts make a strong first impression, drawing in viewers who may subscribe for more content. These quick, polished videos offer a preview of your style, helping convert new viewers into followers.
With SendShort, you can easily optimize YouTube Shorts using AI, helping your videos perform better and reach more viewers.
Here’s how SendShort’s AI tools optimize your Shorts:
SendShort’s AI-powered optimization tools make it simple to create Shorts that attract viewers and hold their attention, helping your content gain more visibility on YouTube.
Yes, you can upload 4K YouTube Shorts, but ensure the video meets the vertical format (16:9) and duration requirements (max. 60 seconds).
Generally, 4K is better for YouTube Shorts.
4K offers higher resolution and better quality, but 1080p is often sufficient and faster to upload and process. Choose based on your content’s needs and available resources.
Yes, shorter YouTube Shorts often perform better as they are more likely to retain viewer attention and be fully watched, increasing engagement and algorithm favorability.
Thanks a lot for reading this,
David Ch
Head of the Editing Team at SendShort
David leads the editing team at SendShort. With this help, the team delivers the latest guides on using your favorite social media apps and creating short-form content.
