YouTube Tips for Creators
The best YouTube tips save time and make your videos perform better. From thumbnail tweaks to hidden features in YouTube Studio, small changes can drive big results.
At vidIQ, we’ve tested countless tactics across millions of videos to see what really works. Here you’ll find quick wins and practical shortcuts you can use right now to grow faster and work smarter.
Jan 6, 2023
5 min read
Elevate Your YouTube Titles with These Secret, Underrated Tips
Confused about how to title YouTube videos? Here are some unique, underrated tips to make your titles more engaging.
Dec 5, 2022
4 min read
How to Write Better YouTube Titles with AI Suggestions
It's time to take a break from writing YouTube titles. With the power of AI, you can input a few keywords and let technology do the "writing" for you.
Nov 30, 2022
7 min read
9 Powerful Apps for Editing YouTube Videos [iPhone and Android]
Want to edit YouTube videos on your phone? These 9 apps will help you trim, crop, add video filters, and more.
Nov 28, 2022
9 min read
13 Skills You Need to Become a Successful YouTuber
You need a variety of skills to become a YouTube success, so here are 13 things every successful YouTuber knows how to do.
Nov 22, 2022
6 min read
9 Smart Reasons to Start a YouTube Channel in 2023
Are you debating whether to start a YouTube channel or another video page in 2023? Get unstuck with 9 smart reasons to pick YouTube over any other platform.
Nov 16, 2022
6 min read
Why Chasing Viral YouTube Videos Is Overrated [for Small Creators]
So you've just started a YouTube channel, and the thought crosses your mind: How do I go viral? Here's why doing that too soon could hurt your channel.
Updated May 14, 2026
4 min read
What Is a YouTube Handle? How to Find and Change Yours
A YouTube handle is your channel's @username (youtube.com/@yourhandle). Learn how to find, change, and pick a strong YouTube handle in 2026.
Nov 11, 2022
6 min read
5 Secrets You Didn’t Know About the YouTube Algorithm
How does the YouTube algorithm work? In this post, we get helpful answers from YouTube's director of product management.
Aug 3, 2022
6 min read
How to Find Your Biggest Competitors on YouTube
Every creator has competition on YouTube. But who are they? Here's how to find similar channels to watch, analyze, and beat.
Jul 22, 2022
9 min read
How to Do a YouTube Channel Audit: A 10-Step Checklist
No matter how well you're doing on YouTube, you could always benefit from a channel audit. Here's a 10-step guide to quickly review your content.
Jul 12, 2022
4 min read
4 Tips to Promote Your Channel on the YouTube Community Tab
Want to promote your channel without ever leaving YouTube? Engage with viewers and increase your channel's visibility on the YouTube Community tab.
Jul 5, 2022
3 min read
How to See and Edit Your YouTube Comment History
Are you worried about someone finding your old YouTube comments? Here’s how to edit or delete those messages.