Tutorial Overview
Export the same video optimized for different platforms: YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.
Exercise 1: YouTube Export
Create a horizontal video export:
Settings:
- Format: MP4
- Resolution: 1080p (1920×1080)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Quality: High
- Bitrate: 8 Mbps
Click Export → Download for YouTube upload.
Exercise 2: Instagram Feed Export
Optimize for Instagram:
Settings:
- Format: MP4
- Resolution: 1080×1350 (portrait) or 1080×1080 (square)
- Aspect Ratio: 4:5 or 1:1
- Quality: Medium (file size matters)
- Max duration: 60 seconds
Exercise 3: TikTok/Reels Export
Vertical video for mobile:
Settings:
- Format: MP4
- Resolution: 1080×1920
- Aspect Ratio: 9:16
- Quality: Medium
- Max duration: As needed
Exercise 4: Compare Export Sizes
Export same 30-second clip at:
- 4K High: Note file size
- 1080p Medium: Compare size
- 720p Low: Compare size
Understand quality vs file size tradeoff.
Exercise 5: Quick Preview Export
Before final export, create quick preview:
- Resolution: 720p
- Quality: Low
- Fast render for review
Check everything looks right, then do final high-quality export.
Platform-Specific Tips
YouTube:
- 1080p minimum
- 16:9 aspect
- High bitrate okay (no upload limit)
Instagram:
- Keep under 60 seconds for feed
- 4:5 portrait gets more screen space than 1:1
- Medium quality sufficient
TikTok:
- Always 9:16 vertical
- First 3 seconds crucial
- Medium quality sufficient
Export Strategy
- Edit in highest quality
- Export preview (low): Quick check
- Export platform versions: Optimized for each
- Keep master export: Highest quality for future use
What You've Learned
✅ Platform-specific export settings
✅ Quality vs file size tradeoffs
✅ Quick preview workflow
✅ Multi-platform optimization