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Highlight Clip Calculator

Optimize your gaming clips and highlights for every platform. Calculate file sizes, bitrates, and get platform-specific recommendations for YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, Twitch clips, and more.

⚙️ Configure Your Clip

Select your target platform and video settings to calculate optimal export parameters and file size estimates.

Recommended: 15-60 seconds for YouTube Shorts

Professional Editing Tips

Master the art of creating engaging gaming clips

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Clip Selection

  • • Start with the action - no slow build-up for short clips
  • • End on a strong moment or punchline
  • • Keep clips between 10-30 seconds for maximum engagement
  • • Cut out dead air, loading screens, and downtime
  • • Focus on one key moment per clip
  • • Add 1-2 second padding before and after main action
  • • Watch your clip 3+ times to ensure pacing works
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Audio Optimization

  • • Normalize audio levels for consistent volume
  • • Boost game audio during key moments
  • • Reduce or remove background music if talking
  • • Add sound effects to emphasize action
  • • Use audio ducking when adding voice-over
  • • Remove breathing sounds and long pauses
  • • Export audio at 192-320 kbps for quality
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Visual Enhancement

  • • Add zoom effects on important moments
  • • Use slow motion for impressive plays
  • • Color grade for vibrant, appealing look
  • • Add text captions for context or punchlines
  • • Include subtle transitions between cuts
  • • Remove HUD elements if distracting
  • • Ensure brightness and contrast are balanced
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Platform Optimization

  • • Use vertical format (9:16) for TikTok, Shorts, Reels
  • • Add captions - most viewers watch muted
  • • Front-load hook in first 2 seconds
  • • Include call-to-action at end
  • • Use trending audio when appropriate
  • • Keep important content in center safe zone
  • • Test on mobile before posting
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Export Settings

  • • Use H.264 codec for maximum compatibility
  • • Export at constant bitrate for consistency
  • • Match frame rate to source footage
  • • Use 2-pass encoding for better quality
  • • Enable hardware acceleration if available
  • • Export at platform native resolution
  • • Save multiple versions for different platforms
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Engagement Tactics

  • • Add caption hook in first frame
  • • Create curiosity or tension
  • • Use satisfying or surprising moments
  • • Include recognizable game or context
  • • Add personality through reactions
  • • Use trending formats and memes appropriately
  • • Post during peak hours for your audience

Platform Specifications

Detailed requirements for each platform

YouTube Shorts

Max Length: 60 seconds
Aspect Ratio: 9:16 (vertical)
Resolution: 1080x1920 recommended
File Size: 100MB max
Frame Rate: 24-60 fps
Format: MP4 (H.264)
Bitrate: 5000-8000 kbps
Pro Tip
First 2 seconds are critical. Use captions. Loop-friendly content performs well.

TikTok

Max Length: 10 minutes (3 min recommended)
Aspect Ratio: 9:16 (vertical)
Resolution: 1080x1920
File Size: 287MB max
Frame Rate: 30-60 fps
Format: MP4 or MOV
Bitrate: 5000-10000 kbps
Pro Tip
Use trending sounds. Hook in first second. 7-15 seconds ideal for virality.

Instagram Reels

Max Length: 90 seconds
Aspect Ratio: 9:16 (vertical)
Resolution: 1080x1920
File Size: 100MB max
Frame Rate: 30 fps minimum
Format: MP4
Bitrate: 6000-8000 kbps
Pro Tip
Original audio gets more reach. 7-30 seconds performs best. Use all Instagram features.

Twitch Clips

Max Length: 60 seconds
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (horizontal)
Resolution: 1920x1080
File Size: 50MB typical
Frame Rate: 60 fps ideal
Format: MP4
Bitrate: 6000-8000 kbps
Pro Tip
10-30 seconds ideal. Clip peak moments. Title descriptively for discoverability.

Twitter/X

Max Length: 2 minutes 20 seconds
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 or 9:16
Resolution: 1920x1080 or 1080x1920
File Size: 512MB max
Frame Rate: 30-60 fps
Format: MP4
Bitrate: 5000-10000 kbps
Pro Tip
6-15 seconds performs best. Native uploads preferred. First frame visible in feed.

YouTube

Max Length: Unlimited
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (horizontal)
Resolution: 1920x1080 or 2560x1440
File Size: 256GB max
Frame Rate: 60 fps for gaming
Format: MP4 or MOV
Bitrate: 8000-15000 kbps
Pro Tip
8-15 min highlights ideal. Strong thumbnail. Engaging first 30 seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about creating highlight clips