How to Make a YouTube Short - Complete Beginner Guide

Summary

This video provides a complete guide on creating YouTube Shorts in just five minutes. It covers essential details such as the 60-second limit, ideal 9:16 aspect ratio, and how to use the YouTube app for creation. Viewers are also introduced to creative features like timers, effects, and music, while emphasizing the importance of SEO-friendly titles and thumbnails. The video highlights the process of uploading, interacting with Shorts, and how creators can monetize their content once they meet specific requirements. Analytics for Shorts are also explored, along with the potential for earning revenue.

Takeaways

• 😀 YouTube Shorts must be 60 seconds or less in length and should have a 9:16 aspect ratio for the best viewing experience.
• 😀 Anyone can create YouTube Shorts, even without subscribers or views—starting from scratch is possible.
• 😀 You can make YouTube Shorts using the mobile app or a video editor, and YouTube will automatically recognize your video as a Short.
• 😀 There are multiple ways to access YouTube Shorts, including the homepage, subscription feed, and the dedicated Shorts tab.
• 😀 YouTube Shorts are widely watched, with over 50 billion Shorts views daily, presenting a significant opportunity for creators.
• 😀 When recording in the YouTube mobile app, you can use creative features like timers, green screens, effects, filters, and music.
• 😀 Adding music through YouTube's built-in tools ensures your Shorts won't receive copyright claims, allowing monetization once eligible.
• 😀 When uploading, include a searchable title under 40 characters and choose an engaging thumbnail to attract viewers.
• 😀 YouTube Shorts can be remixed, allowing others to use your audio or video if you grant permission.
• 😀 To monetize YouTube Shorts, you need 1,000 subscribers and 10 million views within 90 days, but CPMs for Shorts are typically low compared to long-form content.

Q & A

What is the maximum duration for a YouTube Short?

A YouTube Short must be 60 seconds or less in length.

What aspect ratio is recommended for YouTube Shorts?

The recommended aspect ratio for YouTube Shorts is 9:16, which is the vertical portrait format.

Can you upload YouTube Shorts from a computer?

Yes, you can create and upload YouTube Shorts using your own video editor on a computer, or you can use the YouTube mobile app.

How does YouTube detect a video as a Short?

When you upload a video to YouTube, the platform automatically detects whether it meets the criteria for a Short.

Where can viewers find YouTube Shorts?

Viewers can find YouTube Shorts on the homepage under the Shorts section, in the subscription feed, on a channel's homepage, by searching for Shorts with hashtags, and in the dedicated Shorts tab in the YouTube app and desktop version.

What is the purpose of the red meter when recording a YouTube Short?

The red meter at the top of the screen shows how much recording time is left while you are creating a YouTube Short.

Can you add music to a YouTube Short?

Yes, you can add popular music and sounds to your YouTube Shorts through a button at the top of the screen, which ensures that the video will not receive copyright claims.

What should the title of a YouTube Short focus on?

The title of a YouTube Short should be both searchable and intriguing. It's best to keep it under 40 characters to prevent it from being cut off in the display.

Can creators upload custom thumbnails for YouTube Shorts?

Creators cannot upload custom thumbnails for YouTube Shorts directly. However, they can use a frame from the video itself or utilize a workaround to achieve a custom thumbnail.

How can YouTube Shorts creators monetize their videos?

To monetize YouTube Shorts, creators must meet the requirement of 1,000 subscribers and 10 million Shorts views in the past 90 days, or they can earn through regular YouTube monetization if they have 4,000 watch hours from long-form content.