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Learning how to edit videos on YouTube is actually not that difficult.
In fact, it may surprise you to learn just how easy it can be to make a video look better or even add some originality to it.
HOW to EDIT Videos with Youtube
What Is YouTube Video Editing?
If you are looking for a way to spice up your videos and make them more entertaining, then YouTube video editing is the answer. There are many different types of editing that can be done on a video.
These include color correction, audio mixing and leveling, adding graphics to the video, stabilizing shaky footage, and more.
YouTube’s own tools are lighter than full editors like Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro. After YouTube retired its advanced in-browser Video Editor in 2017, most creators either edit offline and upload a finished file, or use YouTube Studio for quick trims, blur, audio, and end screens on videos already on the channel.
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How To Edit Videos On Youtube
YouTube offers several different options that will allow you to learn how to edit videos and this is an essential skill to have so that you may one day make money using your skills.
Learning how to edit your video is a simple process.
However, there are a few different things that you will need to know before you can get started.
Process map
Edit a video in YouTube Studio
- 1
Open the video editor
- 2
Trim the start or end
- 3
Blur a person or object
- 4
Click the upload thumbnail
- 5
Add an end screen
This article also notes YouTube discontinued more advanced in-browser editing.
1. Open The Video Editor
This blog post is about how to use video editing software.
It will teach you the basics of how to create videos for YouTube with easy steps and tips on what equipment to invest in.
The best time to start your video editing journey is now, so don’t wait any longer!
You’ll find out everything that’s needed below.
Do you have a video that you want to edit but are unsure of the process? This post will walk you through the basics so that you can create an engaging product for your audience.
The first thing we need to do is get the video into YouTube Studio’s editor. Upload if it isn’t on your channel yet, then open the clip so you can make on-platform changes without a full re-export from desktop software.
- Sign in to YouTube Studio.
- From the left menu, select Content.
- Click the title or thumbnail of the video you want to edit.
- From the left menu, select Editor.
2. Trim The Start Or End Of Your Video
Video editing can be a tedious process, but there are some things you can do to help make it easier.
One of the most important is trimming the start or end of your video so that it doesn’t include any unwanted footage. In YouTube Studio you can do this without re-uploading (for videos under six hours). Here’s how:
- Open the video in Studio and go to Editor, then select Trim & cut.
- Drag the sides of the blue box so it covers only the portion you want to keep; anything outside the box is removed.
- To cut a middle section, choose New Cut and drag the red box over the part to remove.
- Use Preview if you want to check the result, then click Save. Saved Studio Editor changes are permanent.
Many people are guilty of trimming the start or end of their video in order to fit it into a shorter time frame.
However, that can lead to viewers not getting the full story and missing important content. This blog will go over how you can trim your videos without losing any key information.
It’s a common misconception that you should only edit video in post-production. But, if your video is too long, the viewer might lose interest.
Trimming the start or end of your video can help keep them engaged and tell a more concise story.
YouTube Studio Video Editor
It is not always easy to edit videos on your phone. Sometimes, you need a laptop or desktop instead of the convenience of editing in one app.
Luckily, Youtube has its own Studio Video Editor that anyone can use with their account. The process can be confusing and difficult if you have never used it before so we will go through what you need to do step by step.
How To Blur A Person Or Object In The Video
Sometimes you want to blur a person or object in the video, such as when the person is not supposed to be on camera.
YouTube Studio can do this on a computer without a separate desktop app.
- Open the video in Studio → Editor → Blur.
- For faces, choose Face blur, wait for processing, select the faces to blur, then Apply.
- For other areas, choose Custom blur and drag a rectangle or oval over the region.
- Adjust size, timing on the timeline, and optionally Track object if the subject moves.
- Click Save. As with other Studio Editor edits, saved changes are permanent.
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Youtube Discontinued More Advanced Video Editing
YouTube retired its advanced in-browser Video Editor (and photo slideshow tool) on September 20, 2017, citing limited usage.
That older editor could combine clips, add transitions, and build fuller projects in the browser. YouTube pointed creators toward free and paid third-party editors rather than replacing those multi-clip tools with Studio.
What remained—and what Studio still offers—are lighter Enhancements-style edits on uploaded videos: trim and cut, blur, some audio options, and end screens. Full timeline work still belongs in apps like Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or other NLEs; Studio is for quick fixes after upload.
How Do I Trim And Download A Youtube Video?
YouTube is a great way to watch videos, but creators sometimes need a file on their computer—or a shorter cut of a clip already on their channel.
Important limits: YouTube does not give viewers a general “download any video” button. Downloading other people’s videos without permission can violate copyright. For your own uploads:
- Sign in to YouTube Studio and open Content.
- Click the video → use Editor → Trim & cut if you only need a shorter version on the same URL (views and comments stay).
- To download a copy of your own video, open the video’s options in Studio and use YouTube’s download/availability controls for content you own (availability can depend on region and video type).
- For offline viewing of others’ videos where YouTube allows it, use YouTube Premium’s official offline feature in the YouTube apps—not third-party rippers.
3. In ‘uploads’ Click The Thumbnail Of The Video You Want To Edit
In this tutorial, we will be showing you how to edit videos on YouTube. First, open YouTube Studio → Content (the modern replacement for the old Uploads / Video Manager list) and click the thumbnail or title of the video you want to edit.
That opens the video’s management screen. From the left menu, open Editor for trim, blur, and audio, or use Subtitles if you need captions. Voiceover and heavy title design still usually happen in a desktop or mobile editor before upload.
YouTube Studio’s editor is meant for quick fixes on videos already on your channel—not a full replacement for Premiere or Final Cut. Typical on-platform edits include trimming, face/custom blur, and end screens. Preview when available, then Save; Studio warns that those editor saves are permanent.
A new trend in social media is the use of video to capture and share moments. In order to post videos on YouTube, you need a Google account.
If you don’t have one, create a Google account first, then:
- Log into YouTube Studio with that account
- Open Content
- Select the video that you want to edit
- Open Editor (or Details / Subtitles for title, description, and captions)
- Make the changes you need
- Click Save (for Editor) or Publish / Save on the details screen when you are done
- Confirm the title and other metadata before the video goes (or stays) live
4. Add An End Screen To Your Video
The end screen is the last stretch of your video (the final 5–20 seconds). It can be used to “sell” your product or service, tell viewers what to do next, and thank them for watching.
Add it in YouTube Studio: open the video → Editor → End screen, then pick elements (subscribe, best for viewer, playlist, and so on). The video must be at least 25 seconds long; standard 16:9 videos can use up to four elements.
It’s a great way to provide viewers with valuable information that they might need after watching your content.
For example, if you are sharing a DIY tutorial, promote related videos or a playlist on the same topic.
End screens are those short interactive prompts that play at the end of a video, so be sure not to ignore them!
Ending with a clear next step will ensure viewers take note and act on what they have seen in your video.
Do you want to keep your viewers engaged?
Add an end screen to your video. This is a small reminder for the viewer that they’ve watched the entire video and can click through if they want more.
It also acts as a call-to-action, telling them what action you would like them to take after watching. Examples of this are subscribing to your channel or watching another video.
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