Turn YouTube videos into Shorts
Start from a video already on your channel and cut vertical clips from it.
A widescreen YouTube video becomes a Short in three changes: a shorter segment, a 9:16 frame and captions for muted viewing. Here is how to make each change in Wisecut, starting from a link to a video you already published.
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Limits and checks
- Use links to videos you own or have the rights to repurpose.
- Autopilot is available on Starter+ and Professional+ plans and connects one YouTube channel.
Questions
Can I use a YouTube link instead of a file?
Yes. Paste the video URL and Wisecut fetches it for editing.
Will the same clip work on Reels and TikTok?
Yes. A 9:16 export with burned-in captions fits all three platforms.
Can I export the original 16:9 too?
Yes. Auto Reframe supports 9:16, 1:1 and 16:9, so you can export more than one format from the same clip.
Wisecut features used in this guide
- HighlightsPicks the clip candidates from the video you import.
- Auto ReframeTurns the 16:9 shot into 9:16 without losing the speaker.
- Hook TitleWrites an opening title you can edit before exporting.
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Try it on your next recording
Upload one recording and follow the steps above on your own footage.