You spend hours making a long video for YouTube. But did you know that same video can help you grow on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts too?
The secret is “repurposing.” This means taking one big piece of content and cutting it into smaller pieces.
Before, this was hard work. You had to watch the whole video again, find the best parts, and edit them manually. Now, Artificial Intelligence (AI) can do it for you in just a few clicks.
Here is how you can turn one long video into 10 viral clips using AI tools.
Why You Should Use AI Clipping For Your Videos
Using AI to clip your videos saves you time and effort. Here is why it is smart:
- Save Time: You do not need to edit for hours. The AI does the heavy lifting in minutes.
- Grow Faster: Posting more often helps you get more views. With AI, you have more videos to post.
- Save Money: You do not need to hire an expensive video editor.
- Go Viral: AI tools are smart. They look for the most interesting parts of your video that are likely to get attention.
Step 1: Choose the Right Tool
There are many AI tools that can help you. Here are three popular ones:
- Opus Clip: This is a very popular tool. It finds the “hooks” (interesting starts) in your video and adds captions automatically. It even gives your clip a score to predict if it will go viral.
- Klap: Klap is great for beginners. It focuses on keeping the main speaker in the center of the frame, even if they move around.
- Descript: If you want more control, Descript lets you edit video just by editing text. It also has features to remove silence and filler words like “um” and “ah.”
Step 2: Upload Your Video
Once you pick a tool, the next step is easy. You usually just need the link to your YouTube video.
- Copy the URL (link) of your YouTube video.
- Paste it into the AI tool.
- Click “Get Clips” or “Generate.”
Most tools also let you upload a video file directly from your computer if you do not have a YouTube link.
Step 3: Let the AI Do the Work
Now, wait for a few minutes. The AI is watching your video. It is looking for funny moments, important tips, or exciting stories.
It will also change the shape of your video. YouTube videos are wide (landscape), but TikTok videos are tall (vertical). The AI automatically crops the video to 9:16 size so it looks perfect on a phone screen. It also keeps the speaker in the middle of the screen.
Step 4: Review and Edit
The AI is smart, but you should always check the work. Look at the clips it created.
- Check the Captions: Most people watch TikToks without sound, so captions are important. Make sure the AI spelled everything correctly. You can usually fix typos easily.
- Check the Length: TikToks should be short. The best length is usually between 15 and 60 seconds. If a clip is too long, you can trim it.
- Check the Start: Does the video start with something interesting? If not, trim the beginning so it grabs attention right away.
Step 5: Download and Post
When you are happy with your clips, download them to your phone or computer. Now you have 10 (or more!) pieces of content ready to post.
You can upload them to TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. Remember to add a good title and hashtags when you post.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to use these AI tools?
Most tools like Opus Clip and Klap offer a free trial. This means you can try them out to see if you like them. After the trial, you usually have to pay a monthly fee.
Can I use this for old videos?
Yes! You can take your best YouTube videos from last year and give them a new life on TikTok.
Do I need a powerful computer to create AI Videos?
No. These tools work in your web browser (like Chrome or Safari). The heavy work happens in the “cloud,” so you can even do it on an older computer.
Start Creating Today!
Don’t let your hard work sit on YouTube collecting dust. Use AI to multiply your content. By turning one video into many, you give yourself 10 times the chance to be seen by new people.
Pick a tool, paste a link, and start growing your channel today!
