How to Easily Upload YouTube Shorts from Any Device

YouTube Shorts, the short video format similar to Instagram Reels and TikTok videos, is gaining popularity and attracting millions of views. If you enjoy creating video content, you can easily publish your own YouTube Shorts from your Android, iPhone, or computer. In this article, we will guide you through the simple steps to upload YouTube Shorts from any device.

Uploading YouTube Shorts from PC

Although you won't find a dedicated button to upload YouTube Shorts on the YouTube website, you can still upload them from your computer. Here's how:

  1. Open studio.youtube.com in your browser and log in to your Google account.
  2. Click on the “Create” button at the top and select “Upload videos” from the menu.
  3. Choose the video you want to upload. Make sure it is up to 60 seconds long and has a square or vertical (9:16) aspect ratio. If it meets these criteria, it will be automatically considered a YouTube Shorts video.
  4. After the video is uploaded, you can enter a title and description for your Shorts video. Including the #Shorts hashtag in the title or description can increase its chances of being recommended on YouTube.
  5. Scroll down to choose a thumbnail for the video and add it to a playlist if desired.
  6. Select “No, it's not made for kids” as the audience for your Shorts video and click “Next.”
  7. On the following screens, choose the video elements, perform necessary checks, and select the privacy settings. Finally, click “Publish” to make your YouTube Shorts video available to the public.

Uploading YouTube Shorts on Mobile (Android and iPhone)

If you prefer to shoot and edit your YouTube Shorts directly from your mobile device, you can easily do so using the YouTube app. Here's how:

  1. Open the YouTube app on your Android phone or iPhone.
  2. Tap on the “+” (Add) button at the bottom and select “Create a short” from the menu. Grant the necessary permissions if prompted.
  3. The YouTube Camera screen will appear. Press the red capture button to start recording your Shorts video. You can create multiple clips by pressing the button again, and use the progress bar to keep track of your recording.
  4. Customize your video using tools like trimming, adding music, text, filters, and more. Tap on the checkmark icon to proceed.
  5. On the editing screen, add a title to your video and choose the visibility and audience parameters. Tap on “Upload Short” to upload your video to YouTube.

Uploading YouTube Shorts from Gallery

If you have already created and edited a video using another app, you can still upload it as a YouTube Shorts video. Here's how:

  1. Open the YouTube app on your mobile device and tap on the “+” (Add) button at the bottom.
  2. Select “Create a short” and then tap on the Gallery icon.
  3. Choose the video you want to upload from your gallery. Note that you can only add videos, not pictures.
  4. Trim the video if necessary, and customize it with text, sound, or filters. Tap on “Next” to continue.
  5. Add a title to your video, choose the privacy settings, and tap on “Upload Short.”

Bonus Tip: Add a Short Videos Section on Your Channel

To make your YouTube Shorts more accessible to viewers, you can add a dedicated Short videos section to your channel. Follow these steps:

  1. Open studio.youtube.com on your PC.
  2. Click on “Customization” in the left sidebar.
  3. Scroll down and click on “Add Section,” then select “Short videos.”
  4. You can reorder the sections by dragging them using the two-bar icon.

Now you know how to easily upload YouTube Shorts from any device. Start creating engaging short videos and share your creativity with the world. Just remember to be mindful of the time spent watching short videos, as they can be highly addictive. Enjoy creating and sharing your YouTube Shorts!