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What should I write in the description box?

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Write more information about the video that may spark people's interest -- describe the video, essentially. Also, you can include which type of camera and microphone you used. If you have friends in the video, link to their channels.

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Can I upload a video from my computer if I have a built in camera?

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Record, then save it to a file, then take the video from the file into the uploader.

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How can I find a video I've uploaded to YouTube?

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If you have a YouTube account, sign in and click on your profile. It will show your subscriptions and your YouTube history. To find videos that only you have done, click on "My Videos."

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What are the copyright guidelines for posting on YouTube? Can I post a video that has already been uploaded?

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As long as you are not duplicating the video. Duplicating the video would be video piracy. Modifying the same video would be illegal, unless it is referenced both while uploading and in the description.

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Can I change my channel name?

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Yes, you can. First, click on your picture in the top right. Then, press the Settings option followed by Edit (next to your channel name). You can then change your name and press OK.

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What recording program should I use? And do I need a microphone?

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It all depends on the type of content you want to make. If you want to be a let's player, you might want to get something high quality like Fraps, but it you're a speedpainter, Quicktime's screen recording feature will do. As for the microphone, it's okay for beginners to have poor sound quality, but it's always a bonus to get a microphone. Don't just use the microphone built into your webcam, though. You might want to get Audacity too.

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Could I upload videos weekly to my YouTube channel?

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Yes. There are a lot of YouTubers who have a schedule, and having a schedule will probably be better for your channel.

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How do I upload a gaming video?

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You'll have to use a screen recorder first. Then, copy the file onto YouTube or drag it there. Once done, enter the infomation you want to and publish. It should take from 30 to 1 hour, depending on your Wi-Fi.

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How do I upload a video using a tablet?

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It's the same as the phone method. If you're using an iPad, it really depends on the operating system.

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How do I add a thumbnail to attract viewers?

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You'll have the opportunity to select a thumbnail during the upload process.

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How can I decrease my video's upload time?

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To decrease your video's upload time, you would generally have to decrease the file size. I would just try to be patient.

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How can I upload a video to YouTube from my iPhone?

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Just log into the YouTube app, click the Upload button, and choose the video on your phone that you'd like to upload to YouTube.

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Can I edit a YouTube video on YouTube?

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If it is your own video, then you can edit it. If it is someone else's video, you can't edit it because the video belongs to someone else, not you.

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If I make my video public, what happens?

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If you make your video public, anyone can search it and view it. Almost all YouTubers have their videos public.

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What do I do if I can't upload my videos to YouTube?

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Slow or unstable internet connection is one of the main causes of slow uploads. Heavy uploads traffic: You might be uploading during a busy time. At some peak hours, your Internet Service Provider registers spikes of upload traffic and might take longer to upload your video to YouTube. Try at different times of the day and night to see if it improves.

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How does YouTube pay me for my video's views?

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You can make an AdSense account, so that when you make a video, YouTube can pay you.

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What kind of music should I use that isn't copyrighted?

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There are many ways you can find copyright-free music for your videos. When you make a video, there's a built-in list of many different sound effects and songs, created by YouTube. You can use these freely with no copyright infringement whatsoever. YouTube also has an official music channel called the Audio Library, which updates with new songs almost every day. You can also search on YouTube and other sites for copyright-free music.

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When is the best time to upload a video to YouTube?

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You can upload your video at any time, but you are recommended to post your content at weekday evenings (or earlier) as viewership peaks at that time.

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