Shorts gets longer

YouTube expands Shorts to 3 minutes


At a glance

  • Starting October 15, YouTube Shorts can now be up to three minutes long, giving content creators more flexibility and time to produce engaging stories.

  • New features like templates, seamless integration with YouTube's content library, and a mobile trends page help streamline video creation and allow creators to keep up with the latest trends.


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Good news for content creators!  YouTube will soon roll out new features for Shorts arming content creators with more tools and flexibility to produce captivating videos.  

First up is the highly requested feature to extend Shorts, YouTube's popular short-form video platform.  Starting October 15, Shorts can now be up to three minutes long, giving content creators more time to tell their stories.

YouTube has also updated their Shorts player, making created videos more streamlined. Templates have been added to simplify the creation process, allowing creators to incorporate the latest trends with their unique ideas.

Another standout feature is its seamless integration with YouTube.  Creators can take advantage of YouTube's vast content library directly from the Shorts camera.

Stay updated with the latest trends on the new trends page on mobile.  The comments preview gives a sneak peek before you dive into the conversation.  

You can now customize your feed according to your preferences, as YouTube introduces the option to "Show fewer Shorts".  

So there you have it!  Make sure to explore these exciting new features on YouTube.  Get ready to create longer Shorts on October 15 using the YouTube mobile app.