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Uploading and Editing with vidIQ
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Written by Adrian
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What are vidIQ's features on the Upload and Edit pages of YouTube?

Whether you’re optimizing your video for search, crafting the perfect title, or planning an attention-grabbing thumbnail, vidIQ has you covered at every step. With our powerful AI-driven features, you’ll save time, improve video performance, and reach more viewers.

From generating compelling titles to previewing your videos in search results, vidIQ’s tools help you make data-driven decisions that elevate your content.

How to Get Started?

These features are available within the vidIQ extension (click here to download it). After downloading the vidIQ extension, you will see the upload/edit features:

While editing a video: Head to YouTube Studio, open the video you want to edit, and you’ll find vidIQ’s edit features integrated into the Edit screen.


While uploading a video: Simply Upload a Video inside YouTube Studio and follow the upload process as usual. The vidIQ features will appear in the upload window, providing recommendations and optimizations as you set up your video.


Click on each feature below to read the detailed guide and learn how to make the most out of it:

Get instant, optimized title ideas tailored to boost visibility and engagement.

See your video’s optimization score in real-time, making it easy to adjust and improve.

Automatically generate effective, engaging video descriptions.

See how your video will look in search results, giving you a chance to make improvements before publishing.

Create captivating thumbnails based on your video content or selected frames.

Receive recommendations on when to publish your video for maximum impact.

Get relevant tag suggestions to improve discoverability and optimize your video.

Utilizing these features ensures that your videos are optimized from the moment you upload them, increasing your chances of success on YouTube.

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