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Is there a way I can produce a video on my smartphone then upload it to YouTube without a computer?

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You can make a video using camera on your iPhone and then go into Photos. Click Edit in the top corner and pick the video you want to upload to YouTube. Click Share and try to find the logo YouTube. You have to make sure you are signed in to YouTube first.

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How do I upload a video from iMovie?

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Go into the main menu of iMovie and click on the arrow pointing to the right. You will see the logo "YouTube". Wait until it uploads. Just remember you have to be signed in first.

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What if you don't have a camera?

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You can use your phone or computer. Any technology gadget with pretty good quality will do.

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How would I do a double role in a video?

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Stop the video and get into the other character's position. Then, when you are done, stitch all the clips of you playing both people, and upload it to Youtube

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What if I don't have a computer?

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You can easily edit the video with your smartphone (any Android or iOS Device) with the help of some apps such as PowerDirector, etc.

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Can I make a video without a disk?

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Yes, you can. You can use use a camera and download the film directly to the computer.

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How do I make a YouTube video if I don't have a program on my computer?

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Go to the upload button at the right top. Put the video on the big empty box and then you will have to just wait until it finishes uploading. You can add descriptions and titles while waiting.

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What do the thumbs up and thumbs down mean?

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Thumbs up means that you like the video. Thumbs down means that that you dislike the video. You won't be able to thumbs up or down if you're not signed in to YouTube.

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How do I make a video if I have an Android?

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Go into your camera app and find a record video button.

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How can I make my video popular?

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First, switch the video settings to "public." This will enable anyone to view it, and share it with their friends. Then, use different hashtags if needed to promote the video. Do not forget to share your video on various social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, G+, Instagram, etc.) to maximize the amount of people that have access to it!

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What's the best editing application for iPad?

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iMovie is a professional and easy to use editing software for iPad and iPhone.

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Can you recommend any video editing apps for an Android phone?

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PowerDirector is a great movie editor that is straight forward and easy to use. The only downside is that it leaves a watermark on the bottom right of your videos, but aside from that it's a great app.

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How do I upload a thumbnail for my video?

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Look at the page's top right and go to your channel, then Video Manager. Now click "Edit" on the video you want to edit. You'll find an "Edit Thumbnail" option.

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How do I get sponsors?

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If you are showing or providing reviews for any products in your video, you can ask for sponsorship from companies in question.

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Is there any way to promote my new video?

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You may promote your video on websites like Twitter and Facebook.

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How do I make the picture on the video that appears before you click on it?

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These are called thumbnails. There are many different editors that you can use. The most popular ones are Fotojet and PicMonkey. (I recommend PicMonkey.) All you do is visit the website and upload an image of something. You will then be able to edit it. If you ever get stuck somewhere, these websites will have instructions to help you.

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How do I make "Top Tens", "Let's Plays" and AMVs without getting a copyright warning?

Aaron N

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As long as you do not make money from your videos, you should be fine. If you do make money from the video, the copyright owner may take the money from you, but the video will stay up. Either way, leave a credit in the description.

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Is it necessary to have a computer?

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No. You can make and share YouTube videos using a phone or tablet as well.

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Can I do this with an Xbox 360? If yes, then how?

Aaron N

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You could get a capture card to film gaming. Other than that, there is no convenient way to film and upload YouTube videos from an Xbox 360.

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How do I post a YouTube video without myself in it, like one of those quiz videos?

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Use video editors like KineMaster and PowerDirector. They are available on the Play Store for free.

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What does it mean when you ask someone to subscribe? What are they subscribing to?

Aaron N

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They are subscribing to your YouTube channel. When someone subscribes, whenever that YouTube channel uploads a video, it appears in their Subscriptions box.

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How do I stitch together a series of videos?

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If you're using a computer, there are many opensource video editing programs out there that you can use (OpenShot is a good one). Just import the videos into your program of choice and arrange them in any order you like. Some phones also have built-in video editors.

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What app do you suggest I use for editing on my phone? I've tried using Power Director and Kine Master, but they have a logo at the top.

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I have really enjoyed using iMovie. It is simple to use and does not put any logos on the video at all. You can slow down or speed up videos.

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How do I unlike something?

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Just click the thumbs down icon below the video to unlike it.

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What if I do not have a phone?

Aaron N

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You could film using a camera, camcorder or other device, and then import the footage to your computer.

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Could I make a YouTube video with a tablet?

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Yes, as long as the tablet has a built-in camera. The instructions will be the same as for a smartphone.

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How long should it take to upload a video to YouTube?

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Not more than a few minutes. Let's assume you have a channel and a video ready for uploading. Once you clicked upload and selected the file, it should take about 5 minutes.

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What if I want to make a digital video, but I don't have a cellphone, a camera, or anything that can take video?

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If you have a camera, you can always make stop motion videos. This is when you take multiple pictures of an object and string them together to form a video. Add music for a bonus!

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Can I make money on YouTube?

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Yes, you can. Many popular YouTubers make millions of dollars using just YouTube. However, you will need ads on your videos to do so, as that attracts people's attention.

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How do I make a double of me on a video, like a clone?

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There is an app on Google play called LIKE and there is an option in which you can clone yourself with filters.

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