YouTube end screens are interactive outros that appear in the last 5-20 seconds of a video. From the viewer’s perspective, they’re a fancy goodbye signaling the end of your content, complete with animations and beautiful backgrounds.

Except YouTube end screens are much more than that.

Looks aside, end screens are a tool for getting more views. And you can use them in every single video to recommend content and grow your channel.

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Imagine this. When your video ends, viewers are whisked away to 

 video because they clicked a call-to-action on your end screen. Now hundreds of people have watched 

 videos on your channel instead of one. That’s how powerful these outros are for increasing views.

You can use end screens to direct viewers to:

Another YouTube channel you want to promote

An external website (but only if you’re in the 

So how do you create the right end screen for YouTube? What are the best practices to make sure your outro is engaging and click-worthy?

1. First, Make Sure Your YouTube Video is Long Enough

Your video needs to be at least 25 seconds to have an end screen. That’s easy to do if you’re like most creators. Naturally, people record for a long time and post videos spanning several minutes. Unless you’re 

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Above all, don’t forget to leave space at the end of your video for an outro.

2. Use the Correct Dimensions for Your YouTube End Screen

The end screen dimensions for an HD video are 

 That’s how big the entire frame should be. If you’re shooting in 4K, bump that up to 3840px by 1260px.

Also, make sure any custom graphics in your end screen are sharp. YouTube says your images – pictures used for the subscribe button and website links – should be at least 

Check out the example below. Photography creator 

 uses a crisp self-portrait for the "subscribe" feature.

You can make a video outro in 30 minutes using a graphic design website. Some even have YouTube end screen templates,

Here are five remarkable end screen makers:

Canva is one of the better options on this list. It has plenty of design templates to choose from, like this one:

To create the best end screen using Canva:

 You can move the elements around, choose new colors, and add animations to your end screen.

 Use images that represent your channel or brand.

 Leave enough negative space so you can fit two to three videos or playlists on your end screen.

Need a quick tutorial? Here’s a video from Think Media on how to make end screens using Canva:

4. Add the End Screen to Your Video Project

Once you’ve created an end screen, you can:

the end screen into your video project (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Davinci Resolve, etc.)

your end screen clip to the last few seconds of your video.

 to add clickable elements, such as videos and playlists.

Finished editing your video? Now it’s time to upload the footage and 

Upload the YouTube video as you normally would. There are five steps to complete: video details, monetization, video elements, checks, and visibility.

Next, you’ll see some templates with default positioning for interactive elements. Choose one that complements your end screen OR click 

at the top of the screen to place items (videos, playlists, etc.) wherever you like. You can add up to four elements.

Click the elements to drag them into place. Use the video timeline to determine how long each element appears on the screen.

Keep two things in mind as you experiment with end screens:

YouTube cards and video watermarks won't show up on an end screen.

Ends screens are unavailable if you have a made for kids channel.

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Creating an awesome end card for your videos is the first step to getting more views. The next step is knowing 

interactive elements to place on the screen and 

 to make viewers watch until the end. Here are some tips to help you succeed.

 to get the most out of your end screen. Viewers are overwhelmed when they see a subscribe button, three videos, and a product link at the end of your video. Simplify the options so they'll be encourage to click. 

 The less screen time you demand from viewers, the better chance you have of them making it to the end screen to click on something else.

That prompts the viewer to leave, and you don't want that. You want them to stick around, check out the end screen, and choose another video to watch.

For more details about these tips, check out the video below.

Want to create the best end screen possible? Here are some examples that effectively use all the advice in this post. Take a look, and draw some inspiration for your own channel.

Knowing how to make a YouTube outro is a valuable skill. Next up, learn how to add YouTube cards to your videos and promote extra content on your channel.

Youtube end screen template with subscribe prompt, recommended video box, and usernames.

Want to create a YouTube end screen that promotes the rest of your videos? Keep reading to discover the best end screen makers and how to craft interactive outros.

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Before you can make awesome videos, you need irresistible ideas. It’s one of the tougher challenges of being a YouTube creator, which requires so many things already: outstanding thumbnails, excellent titles, and consistent uploads, to name a few.

But video ideas aren’t that hard to find. If they don’t come to you quickly, it’s helpful to take a step back and ask, 

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This post will help you find your creativity again. Keep reading to discover seven ways to come up with video ideas, no matter what.

1. Turn Unanswered Questions Into YouTube Videos

People watch videos for many reasons, but one of the biggest is to learn something new. That’s why the best YouTube ideas come from simple questions – how to crush a job interview, where to find farmland, 

Do any of these statements sound familiar?

 but Google isn’t showing helpful results.”

“I want to install a product I just purchased,

 but there are no video tutorials to show me how.”

“I need to see step-by-step instructions,

Chances are, you’ve been in this position before. And so have your viewers.

It’s time to put yourself in the audience’s shoes. Start by reserving an hour each week to think of questions your viewers are asking.

“This is how dozens of creators had breakout content this year showing people how to get 

 invites,” Rob Wilson, vidIQ YouTuber-in-residence, says. “A knowledgeable few took advantage of a sudden demand for crucial information.”

When you’re out of video ideas, you can play what we call the comparison game. Take a look at your YouTube niche and ask, 

What are some things viewers are interested in comparing?

Gamers might wonder whether Zelda: Breath of the Wild or Genshin Impact is more fun to play. A foreign exchange student might want to know why Duolingo, not Babbel, is the best app for learning English.

“When you take two popular things from your video topic and pit them against each other, it forces the viewer to make a choice,” Rob says. “And it divides opinion, which creates intrigue.”

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Want to get at least 10 video ideas in less than five seconds?

Go to YouTube and find the search bar at the top of the page.

Start typing a topic within your niche. It could be a product, a type of tree, a supercar, or anything your viewers enjoy.

Now type the word “vs.” YouTube will autocomplete your search, showing some of the most popular searches for comparison videos.

3. Generate YouTube Ideas with the Help of Artificial Intelligence

Do you need video ideas as a beginner on YouTube? If so, time-saving technology is your best bet. Look for apps or programs that can generate video ideas for you.

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But that’s not the only benefit of an idea generator; it can also help you close the experience gap on YouTube. You can skip the confusion of wondering which videos to make and simply start filming like a seasoned creator.

, to get your wheels turning. It uses the power of artificial intelligence to study your channel and suggest new video ideas every day. 

4. Follow the Idea Formula: Adjective + Topic = YouTube Video

 for discovering YouTube video ideas? It's pretty straightforward. All you have to do is consider the way video titles are constructed and then work backward to brainstorm ideas.

Don’t worry about the last item just yet. You only need adjectives and topics to come up with video ideas.

Keep the list going if you can. When you have 10-15 adjectives, ask yourself, 

Which topics lend themselves well to these adjectives?

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Complete this exercise to find new, relevant ideas for your YouTube channel.

5. Use Your Knowledge to Create List Videos

This tip builds upon the previous one. If you can follow the idea formula (adjective + topic = YouTube video), you can expand any idea to 

Better known as listicles, these videos cover various aspects of one topic. You could film something like “10 Destinations to See Fall Foliage In America. By Train!”

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“The real fun begins when you assign a number to the listicle because it triggers two things,” Rob says. “It sets a certain expectation in the viewer’s mind, but it also has the capacity to challenge that…. If you’re able to do a longer list than anyone else on YouTube, that has appeal in itself. But what if you could do, say, the top 10 of a listicle in three minutes? That’s nice, bite-sized, compact. That might be another reason to convince the viewer to click.”

6. Share Your Personal Story, Routine, or Experience

YouTube videos don’t always have to teach or inform – at least not directly. Sometimes you can achieve the same result by sharing a personal story.

Storytime videos are a life-saver when you’re out of content ideas. It’s easier to recite something you already know than film a complex video.

You can use any of the following formats:

 Going From a Janitor to a Wall Street Banker

That last one was a bit wonky, but you get the idea. When ideas are escaping you, use a personal story to get back on track.

Want to find the best YouTube video ideas? Here’s a simple fix: Follow current events and ongoing discussions within your niche.

Here are a few ways to keep up with trending topics:

that represents your niche. Not only are the discussions filled with potential video ideas, but sometimes group members will share trending news.

, and get relevant news sent to your inbox.

Need more advice on finding video ideas? Learn more about the seven tips in this post, plus practical ways to use them below:

If you choose the right YouTube niche, good video ideas are (almost) automatic. Here’s how to determine the best niche for your YouTube channel.

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Running out of video ideas is a typical yet frustrating thing for YouTube creators. 

You want to stay consistent on YouTube, publishing at least once a week or even multiple times each week. But everyone hits a creative wall sometimes. And it's hard to refocus when the brain takes a sudden, unannounced vacation.

, we chat with YouTube educator Nate Black of 

 about why good ideas are hard to find. You might remember Nate from a previous episode, in which he 

. Now he’s back with even more realness about what’s stifling your creativity. Hint: It has a lot to do with burnout.

According to Nate, creators run out of video ideas for four reasons. Keep reading to discover what they are, plus tips to circumvent such roadblocks.

1. Out of YouTube Ideas? Maybe Your Niche Is Too Narrow

We usually tell creators to have a very specific niche on YouTube. That’s because a channel with random videos – hiking, sports, and movie reviews at the same time, for example – is too broad to capture an engaged audience. Viewers don’t want a hodgepodge of content; they want to see the topics they enjoy.

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Don’t get us wrong; niching down is excellent advice for aspiring creators. But in some cases, it’s possible to have a niche that’s 

 narrow. The boundaries are so tight that it's hard to think of good video ideas routinely.

Nate says you can solve this problem by zooming out and thinking bigger. If you review water bottles, for example, 

think of ideas that overlap with that niche.

 You could review hydration packs, mugs, or water barrels for long-term storage. In this case, anything that holds water is within your niche and could be a great idea for your channel.

2. You Haven’t Immersed Yourself In Your Niche

The secret to brainstorming ideas isn’t a secret at all. It’s actually a personality trait most creators have. Unfortunately, that hidden superpower is easy to miss when you’re churning out content.

 The more passionate you are, the easier it is to discover YouTube ideas.

And by passion, we don’t mean feeling excited to record videos.

Nate says it’s about being curious. It’s the feeling of being obsessed with a topic and wanting to know everything about it.

“What are different aspects of this niche?” Nate asks. “What are the different angles I could make this gaming video? What’s something I’ve never seen on YouTube? Let me just try it.”

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Think of it this way: The more questions you have about a topic, the more videos you can make by attempting to 

Imagine that each question equals one video idea. You would need 15 powerful questions to make 15 YouTube videos. You can achieve that volume every month by being curious and exploring your niche to no end.

After grinding for months to make click-worthy videos, even the most creative mind gets fatigued. When that happens, it’s not easy to think of YouTube ideas. You’re tired, burnt out, and in desperate need of rest.

That’s the side of video making some people don’t see. Growing a YouTube channel is fun, but it challenges creators at all experience levels.

“YouTube is work,” Nate says. “It can often take a toll mentally.”

You don’t have to stay in a rut, though. There are steps you can take to identify what’s causing your burnout and come up with solutions.

 from start to finish. Include everything: keyword research, filming, editing, making thumbnails, uploading, etc.

. Any of these could be the source of your burnout.

Think of ways to alleviate those burdens.

 Maybe you can hire a video editor or use a 

. Whatever is stressing you out, start looking for solutions.

Once you’ve unburdened yourself, you’ll have the energy to find new ideas for your YouTube channel.

4. You Aren’t Using a YouTube Ideas Generator

Let’s face it. As a creator, you have one brain that’s responsible for all your YouTube tasks. Sometimes it’s in the zone, and sometimes it’s not. That's normal and 100% expected.

 video ideas, it’s time to seek help and restore your creativity.

, an idea generator to save you time and energy on YouTube. The cool thing is that it shares

 personalized video suggestions based on your channel.

So whether you make videos about gardening or exotic supercars, Daily Ideas will suggest the right content for your audience. Plus, each idea is ranked by view potential: very high, high, medium, or low.

Nate created a video using Daily Ideas, and for a while, he said it ranked number one in his YouTube niche. That video is called “

.” It has the exact title suggested by Daily Ideas, and as I write this, the video has 67,000 views.

Watch Nate explain those incredible results and how he used Daily Ideas to rank higher on YouTube:

As you can see, getting video ideas from an Al tool is super helpful. It's one of the first steps to never running out of YouTube ideas.

“I’ve gone through the Daily Ideas process and thought, ‘Oh my goodness. That’s actually a cool approach. That’s a new angle. That’s [an idea] I wouldn’t have thought of on my own,’” Nate says.

 and let the YouTube suggestions roll in.

Once you have solid ideas, the next thing to settle is the type of videos you’ll make. If you’re a beginner, here are four types of videos to help you reach 1,000 subscribers and beyond.

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It's incredibly rewarding when subscribers engage with your content through comments. Whether it's a supportive note, a thoughtful question, or a funny joke, these interactions can brighten a creator's day and offer valuable feedback.

 to boost your channel's growth and build a loyal community.

Unfortunately, not every comment is positive. Some users leave hurtful remarks that can affect your mood and community feel. Knowing how to disable comments on YouTube using your phone helps keep your space safe.

The good news is that you don't need a desktop computer to manage comments. Whether you're on Android or iOS, you can quickly enable YouTube comments mobile through the YouTube Studio app. This lets you control your channel while on the go.

How to Enable or Disable YouTube Comments on Mobile

Open the YouTube Studio app and tap the menu in the upper-left corner.

Tap the video for which you want to disable or enable comments. 

Swipe down until you see the comments option, which allows you to turn comments on or off for the video. Tap 

Check out the screenshots below to see each step:

Selecting Videos option in YouTube Studio mobile app

Advanced settings tab in YouTube Studio mobile app

YouTube Comment Settings Options Comparison

Selecting a video to edit in YouTube Studio mobile app

Tapping the pencil icon to edit video settings in YouTube Studio app

Step 6: Choose a comments option and tap save.

Comment options and save button in YouTube Studio mobile app

 Turning comments off won't delete existing comments from your video. You can see them again whenever you decide to enable comments.

Watch our tutorial below for more details.

Managing YouTube Comments From Your Phone

Mobile devices offer basic control, but there are limits. For features like bulk disabling comments or setting default options for new videos, you need to use a desktop. The YouTube Studio app on your phone focuses on managing individual videos.

But if you want to do those things on desktop, here's a 

If you don't want to completely disable comments for a video, there are some limited  options in the YouTube Studio app.

. Next to each comment, tap the three dots, which reveals the option to:

 the user so you NEVER see their comments again.

 moderate your comments, you'll need to do it on a computer. If you manage a channel with children's content, it's essential to understand the 

 guidelines, which automatically disable comments to ensure a safe viewing environment. For advanced moderation and additional options, use a computer to manage your settings effectively.

Chances are, your comments aren't 100% negative. We're willing to bet most of your content has uplifting messages of support underneath. That's why you should 

Want to identify your most engaged viewers? Discover 

 the most to find your super fans and strengthen your community.


Comment Management Options for YouTube Creators

Different Comment Settings Options Explained

YouTube presents different ways to control comment visibility. Knowing these options helps you choose what fits your content best.

 option shows every comment immediately. This is a hit if your community is friendly and engaged, though it gives you little control over what appears.

'Hold Potentially Inappropriate Comments for Review.'

 YouTube flags comments that might be spam or hurtful, letting you approve them before they show. This works well if you have a growing audience.

 puts every comment in a waiting room until you approve it. It needs more attention but keeps your space safe if you cover sensitive topics.

And if you need to stop public discussion, the 

option shuts comments off completely for a video. This is common for content made for kids or for topics that might stir up controversy.

YouTube video settings screen showing the enabled comments option with a green arrow.

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