So, YouTube's been cooking up some awesome new tools to make creating YouTube Shorts even more fun and easy. So whats new? Lets break it down…
Auto Layout: Ever struggled to get your video just right? This new feature automatically tracks the main subject,so you don't have to worry about cropping and zooming. It's like a personal assistant for your videos!
Text-to-Speech: Don't feel like narrating your Shorts yourself? No problem! YouTube's got you covered with four different voices to choose from. Just type in your script and let the AI do the talking.
Enhanced Captions: Want to make your Shorts more accessible? The captioning tool just got a major upgrade. It's now more accurate and easier to customise. It’s 2024, there are no excuses not to be using captions on your content. Make your videos more accessible to those who watch with the sound off.
"Add Yours" Sticker: This interactive sticker is a great way to get your audience involved. You can create a chain of user-generated responses by inviting viewers to share their own content.
Overall, these new features are a game-changer for Shorts creators. They make it easier than ever to produce high-quality content and engage with your audience. So, what are you waiting for? Go out there and start creating!
Well, with the evolution of some of these new features its clear to see that YouTube is standing up and taking short form content seriously. And with its suite of new tools, it’s starting to give the likes of TikTok a run for their money.
These features are simple to use and removing the barrier to entry for anyone scared of editing and worried that they’ll break their content!
The new sticker functionality on YouTube shorts really do encourage engagement and interaction with your content. Use them wisely and don’t be afraid to invite people to take part in the conversation.
We’re keen to know, will you be integrating any of the new features into your short form content?
Not sure of where to start with your short form video creation? Why not book a power hour with one of the Yellow Tuxedo team to talk through how you can get started simply without the stress!