Get Million Views on Shorts after 2mins

Summary

This video provides a step-by-step guide to improving audience retention and views on YouTube Shorts. The creator explains how to analyze audience retention graphs to identify moments where viewers lose interest, typically seen as dips in the graph. By trimming unengaging parts of the video, such as the intro or conclusion, creators can boost viewer retention. The tutorial also covers how to access the YouTube Studio editor on both PC and mobile for easy video editing. However, the video emphasizes that content quality is key, as editing won't help if the video itself isn't engaging.

Takeaways

• 😀 Low views and audience retention on YouTube shorts can be improved with the right method.
• 😀 To fix low views, go to YouTube Studio and check the video’s view versus watch time (view vs web) and audience retention graphs.
• 😀 Dips in the audience retention graph show where viewers lose interest and skip the video.
• 😀 Take a screenshot of the retention graph to identify areas where attention drops.
• 😀 Use a desktop browser or the desktop site option on a phone to access YouTube Studio for better editing control.
• 😀 In YouTube Studio, select the video with low performance and go to the 'Editor' option.
• 😀 Use the 'Trim and Cut' feature in YouTube Studio to remove parts where audience retention dips.
• 😀 Cut parts of the video, especially the intro or other unattractive segments, before audience attention drops.
• 😀 Save the edited video, and it will take some time to process and update on YouTube.
• 😀 Cutting out low-retention sections can increase your views and audience retention on the platform.
• 😀 Even with editing, ensuring your content is interesting and high-quality is crucial for better performance.

Q & A

What causes low views and audience retention on YouTube Shorts?

Low views and audience retention on YouTube Shorts can be caused by factors such as unappealing content, a weak introduction, or sections of the video where viewers lose interest, causing them to swipe away.

How can I check the audience retention for my video?

You can check the audience retention for your video by going to YouTube Studio, selecting your video, and reviewing the audience retention graph. If there are dips, it indicates points where viewers lost interest.

What do the dips in the audience retention graph mean?

Dips in the audience retention graph indicate that viewers lost attention and swiped away from the video at those specific moments.

What can I do if I notice dips in the audience retention graph?

If you notice dips, you can use YouTube's trimming tool to remove less engaging parts of the video, such as a weak intro or unappealing sections, to improve audience retention.

Can I edit my video using YouTube Studio on mobile?

Yes, you can edit your video on mobile by using Chrome browser, selecting 'Desktop Site', and then accessing YouTube Studio to trim the video. This method mimics the desktop version on your phone.

What is the 'trim and cut' option in YouTube Studio used for?

The 'trim and cut' option allows you to remove unengaging parts of your video to help improve the retention rate and make the video more appealing to viewers.

How should I decide where to cut in my video?

You should cut the video before the dips in audience retention occur, or remove parts of the video that seem less engaging, like an unattractive intro or a slow ending.

Will trimming my video always increase views and retention?

Trimming the video can improve retention, but if the content itself is not interesting, no amount of editing will significantly increase views. It's important to focus on creating high-quality content.

What are some tips for creating quality content on YouTube Shorts?

To create quality content, ensure that your videos have an engaging intro, clear messaging, and a captivating storyline or hook to keep viewers interested throughout the video.

What should I do if I want to improve the engagement of my intro?

If the intro of your video is not engaging, consider trimming it down or improving it by adding an interesting hook, a strong visual, or something that quickly captures the viewer's attention.