Export for YouTube & TikTok with VideoPad (Windows Presets That Work)
Use reliable presets to export fast and get platform‑ready files. Keep it simple: correct aspect ratio, frame rate, and sensible bitrate.
YouTube preset (16:9 landscape)
- Resolution: 1920×1080 (1080p) or 1280×720 (720p)
- Frame rate: match source (24/25/30/60 fps)
- Video codec: H.264 (MP4 container)
- Bitrate (target): ~8–12 Mbps (1080p), ~5–8 Mbps (720p)
- Audio: AAC, 128–192 kbps, 44.1/48 kHz
How to export in VideoPad
- Click Export → Video → Choose MP4.
- Set Resolution to 1920×1080 and Frame Rate to match source.
- Open Advanced/Encoder settings → select H.264, set a bitrate around 8–12 Mbps.
- Audio tab: AAC at 128–192 kbps.
- Export and upload to YouTube. The platform will re‑encode; aim for a clean master.
TikTok & Shorts preset (9:16 vertical)
- Resolution: 1080×1920 (Full HD vertical)
- Frame rate: 24/30/60 fps (match source if possible)
- Video codec: H.264 (MP4)
- Bitrate (target): ~6–10 Mbps (1080p vertical)
- Audio: AAC, 128 kbps
How to export in VideoPad
- Set project or export aspect to 9:16 (vertical). Crop if needed.
- Export → Video → MP4, Resolution 1080×1920, Frame Rate to match your footage.
- Encoder: H.264 with target bitrate ~6–10 Mbps.
- Audio: AAC 128 kbps.
- Transfer to your phone or post directly from desktop.
Color, levels, and captions
- Keep exposure and white balance consistent across clips.
- Add captions for better retention and accessibility.
- Stay under platform file limits; shorter videos process faster.
Troubleshooting exports
- Audio missing? Ensure tracks aren’t muted; use AAC.
- Upload looks blurry? Export higher bitrate or 1080p.
- Export stops at 0%? Test a 10‑sec clip; see Troubleshooting.