Shorts captions help with retention and accessibility. The key is making captions readable, on-brand, and consistent across uploads.
Recommended workflow
- Upload your Short
- Pick a caption template
- Apply brand kit (if you have a consistent style)
- Export and upload to YouTube
Export tips
- Format: MP4
- Resolution: 1080×1920 (9:16)
- Audio: keep original audio clarity for best transcription
Style tips
- Keep captions centered and away from UI overlays
- Use a strong outline/shadow for contrast
- Highlight only key words (don’t over-animate)