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.

Oct 14, 2021
8 min read
How to Unlock All the Free YouTube Creator Tools on Your Channel
Have you unlocked every feature available to you as a YouTube creator? Here's how to get access to some of the best t...

Oct 4, 2021
5 min read
Need a YouTube Camera? 5 Reasons to Use Your Smartphone
Recording videos with your smartphone is a cost-effective way to start a YouTube channel. Here are five undeniable re...

Sep 29, 2021
6 min read
YouTube End Screens: How to Make Cool Video Outros
Want to create a YouTube end screen that promotes the rest of your videos? Keep reading to discover the best end scre...

Sep 20, 2021
6 min read
7 Tips to Craft Irresistible Video Ideas on YouTube
Are you good at crafting ideas for YouTube videos? If your brainstorming could use some work, here are 7 tips to come...

Sep 15, 2021
6 min read
4 Honest Reasons Why You're Running Out of YouTube Video Ideas
Do you have enough video ideas to grow a YouTube channel? If not, here are four things that might be holding you back...

Sep 3, 2021
4 min read
How to Turn On YouTube Comments on Phone: Step-by-Step Mobile Guide
Need to enable or disable YouTube comments on your mobile device? Follow our step-by-step guide to manage YouTube com...

Aug 3, 2021
2 min read
How to Change Your YouTube Channel Name
Want to change your YouTube channel name? Here's a step-by-step guide to help you out.

Mar 25, 2021
2 min read
How to See Your Real-Time YouTube Subscriber Count
Are you about to reach 1,000 subscribers? 10,000? 100,000? If so, it's time to live stream your big moment with YouTu...

Feb 23, 2021
6 min read
Make These 4 YouTube Videos to Get Your First 1,000 Subscribers
If you have less than 1,000 subscribers, this simple strategy will help you grow on YouTube.

Feb 19, 2021
8 min read
How to Use YouTube's Video Editor [2021 Update]
Need to quickly trim a video? Add royalty-free music to set the scene for your content? If so, you're going to need t...

Feb 9, 2021
6 min read
3 Ways to Find the Best YouTube Video Length
There's no perfect length for a YouTube video. You have to find what works for you, so here are three tips to jumpsta...

Jan 13, 2021
3 min read
How To Get a Custom URL For Your YouTube Channel [2021 Update]
Are you ready to give your YouTube channel a custom URL? Here are the requirements to do so, plus a quick tutorial to...