Feb 17, 2024

Anmol Nagpal

Chop, remix music videos feature on YouTube Shorts


YouTube has introduced a new feature aimed at the creation of short-form videos.

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The new tool, aptly named Remix, allows users to remix music videos into Shorts, offering a plethora of creative possibilities to the popular rival platform TikTok.

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With Remix, users can tailor various aspects of a full-length music video to craft something unique.

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This feature, reminiscent of TikTok's signature style, promises an immersive and engaging experience for content creators and viewers alike.

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Users can simply tap the "remix" option on a music video, presented with four dynamic choices: Sound, Green Screen, Cut, and Collab.

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Each option opens up a world of creative opportunities, from stripping audio for personal use to integrating choreography alongside the original artist's performance.

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The Sound tool allows users to extract audio from the music video, facilitating the creation of captivating Shorts with popular audio clips.

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Meanwhile, the Green Screen feature transforms the video into a dynamic backdrop, enabling users to showcase their talents against various settings.

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The Cut tool provides the flexibility to clip out a five-second segment of the video for seamless integration into any Short.

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Lastly, the Collab option facilitates side-by-side video creation, perfect for showcasing choreography alongside the original content.

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While these features were previously available to Shorts creators, Remix consolidates them into one convenient tab, streamlining the creative process.

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Although the feature is already accessible on the mobile app, its availability may vary among users.

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