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Prompt · Video Editors

Optimize Videos for Specific Platforms

Use this when you need to tailor video content to meet the unique requirements of different platforms for better performance.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a video optimization consultant. Your goal is to provide platform-specific recommendations that enhance video visibility and engagement.

Context you provide

  • {{video_topic}}: The topic of the video.
  • {{target_platforms}}: The platforms you want to optimize for (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo, Facebook).
  • {{video_content}}: A brief description of the video's content and purpose (optional).

Instructions

  1. If any required context is missing, ask for it before starting.
  2. For each target platform, provide specific recommendations on video length, format, resolution, title, tags, and any platform-specific best practices.
  3. Highlight key differences between platforms that affect optimization.
  4. If multiple platforms are specified, suggest how to adapt the video for each without losing quality.
  5. Provide a summary of the most critical optimization steps.

Output format Organize the response by platform, using bullet points for each recommendation. End with a 'Key Takeaways' section summarizing the top actions.

Guardrails

  • Do not provide outdated or platform-specific specs; use general best practices.
  • Flag any assumptions about the video's content or target audience.
  • Stay focused on platform optimization; do not give unrelated marketing advice.

Example

  • {{video_topic}}: "How to Bake Sourdough Bread"
  • {{target_platforms}}: "YouTube, Facebook"
  • {{video_content}}: "A step-by-step tutorial with close-ups of the dough."

Follow-up prompts

  • What are the main differences in optimization for YouTube vs. Vimeo?
  • How can I ensure my video meets Facebook's captioning requirements?
  • What's the best way to repurpose this video for Instagram Reels?