YouTube Tips & Tricks

Do you know how to do keyword research so you understand what videos people are actually searching for on YouTube? Do you know how to create a custom YouTube thumbnail? Do you know how to create a Playlist on YouTube?

vidIQ has a ton of tips that will help every creator maximise their video content. We publish content every week to keep you up to date with all the best practices.

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Jul 14, 2023

5 min read

The Truth About AI: Can YouTube Automation Ruin Your Channel?

YouTube automation is hot right now, but does it pose any risks to your channel? Spoiler: It depends!
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Jul 13, 2023

5 min read

How to Build the Right Mindset for YouTube Success

Want to take your YouTube channel to the next level? Try developing a growth mindset that keeps you positive and focu...
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Jul 5, 2023

5 min read

5 AI Tools to Edit YouTube Videos Quickly

From automating edits to enhancing your creative voice, these AI tools will help you make YouTube videos faster.
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Jun 28, 2023

6 min read

How to Use the YouTube Community Tab and Engage with Viewers

YouTube has a dedicated dashboard for managing community tab posts, and trust us — you'll want to use this feature! L...
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May 19, 2023

5 min read

From Burnout to Bliss: Prioritizing Mental Health as a YouTuber

Life as a YouTuber can become stressful and extremely demanding which creates many negative psychological effects. Bu...
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May 8, 2023

7 min read

8 Ways to Help Viewers Subscribe to Your YouTube Channel

If you want to make a living on YouTube, gaining subscribers has to be among your top priorities. Here's how to accom...
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Apr 28, 2023

5 min read

How to Film Engaging B-Roll for YouTube Videos

Are your YouTube videos looking bland and uninspiring? The solution might be using better B-roll. Learn how to shoot ...
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Apr 26, 2023

8 min read

Understanding YouTube Viewers: 6 Steps to Build an Audience Persona

Want to get more views on YouTube? Create a persona for your audience, then use it as a guide for making relevant vid...
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Apr 19, 2023

6 min read

7 Types of YouTube Video Titles That Get Massive Clicks

Want to write better YouTube titles? These 7 ideas are proven to get you more clicks, from the "stop doing this" form...
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Apr 13, 2023

10 min read

Everything You Need to Know About Starting a YouTube Podcast

Ready to start podcasting on YouTube? From setting up your show to growing a loyal audience, this in-depth guide will...
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Mar 31, 2023

4 min read

The Top 5 YouTube Collaboration Ideas to Try Right Now

Collaboration videos can be hard to pull off but are awesome for promoting your channel to different audiences. Here ...
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Mar 22, 2023

5 min read

Ask an AI Coach: 4 Ways to Spice Up Your YouTube Video Titles

What makes a good video title on YouTube? That's what hundreds of creators asked our AI Coach, and it shared some of ...