Learn how to choose the right format, resolution, and file size for your video editing to ensure compatibility on all devices and platforms.

Use 1080x1920 for short form content, but make sure to keep the important aspects of your video (text, face, etc.) within the "safezone." The safezone is considered to be the areas of vertical, short form content that are NOT covered by features such as the like button, caption, comments, share, etc. You can find a downloadable safezone template pretty easily. 1920x1080 is definitely the minimum (standard) now for long form content on YouTube or other full screen viewers.

How do you make your video editing is compatible on all devices?

Video editing is a creative and rewarding skill, but it can also be frustrating when your final product doesn't play well on different devices. Whether you're making videos for personal or professional purposes, you want to ensure that your audience can enjoy your work without any technical issues. In this article, learn how to make sure your video editing is compatible on all devices, from choosing the right format and resolution to optimizing the file size and quality.

1 Choose a universal format

One of the most important factors that affect the compatibility of your video editing is the format or container of your file. This is the extension that indicates how your video and audio data are stored and encoded, such as .mp4, .mov, .avi, etc. Some formats are more widely supported than others, especially on mobile devices and web browsers. To avoid any compatibility problems, choose a universal format that can play on most devices, such as .mp4 or .mov. These formats are also compatible with most video editing software and online platforms.

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Gustavo Fonseca

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If you have to upload videos that won't be converted by any other service (like Youtube, or Vimeo), here's what you need to know: HTML supports only 3 native types of video formats, which include MP4, Ogg, and WebM. Your video will have only the uploaded version, meaning it won't adjust its size and quality based on the user's internet speed. Easiest choice: upload it to Youtube and let it do the hard work. Also: have in mind that, sharing your video through apps like WhatsApp, you must send it as a file (zip or etc) if you don't want the service to upload it to their servers and re-render it in a lower resolution.

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2 Adjust the resolution and aspect ratio

Different devices have different screen sizes and resolutions, which can affect how your video looks and fits on them. To ensure your video editing is compatible on all devices, adjust the resolution and aspect ratio of your file to match the intended output device or platform. For example, if you're making a video for YouTube, use a resolution of 1280x720 (HD) or higher and an aspect ratio of 16:9 (widescreen).

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Use 1080x1920 for short form content, but make sure to keep the important aspects of your video (text, face, etc.) within the "safezone." The safezone is considered to be the areas of vertical, short form content that are NOT covered by features such as the like button, caption, comments, share, etc. You can find a downloadable safezone template pretty easily. 1920x1080 is definitely the minimum (standard) now for long form content on YouTube or other full screen viewers.

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3 Optimize the file size and quality

The higher the bitrate and the lower the compression, the larger the file size and the better the quality. However, this also means that your file will take longer to load and stream on different devices and platforms, which can affect the user experience and the bandwidth consumption. Optimize the file size and quality of your file to balance the trade-off between speed and quality. Do this by using a video converter or encoder software that allows you to adjust the bitrate and compression settings of your file.

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4 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Isaac Tenas

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Play with the canvas! Whether you are editing a short or long format video, horizontal or vertical, try to break the visual and play with the editing and layout, split the screen into 2 or 3 videos and add some fun transitions like playing with positioning and so, just keep in mind the platform layout so no graphic elements cover anything important in your video.

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How do you make your video editing is compatible on all devices?

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1 Choose a universal format

2 Adjust the resolution and aspect ratio

3 Optimize the file size and quality

4 Here’s what else to consider

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