Convert and Resize Videos for Twitter | MP4, Formats & More (2024)

FAQs

How do you size a video for twitter? ›

Resolution should be no lower than 32 x 32 pixels, its max is 1920 x 1200 pixels. Video duration shouldn't exceed 140 seconds, as Twitter especially recognizes the value of laconism. If your film is longer – just use the Clideo's Cutting tool. Twitter tolerates only two extensions: MP4 and MOV.

Using chopcast, simply upload your 16:9 video, select the 9:16 aspect ratio, and let the tool do the rest.

What is the best video format for Twitter? As Twitter recommends, the best video format for uploading videos using the Twitter app or Twitter web is the MP4 file format with H264 Codec and AAC audio codec. These specifications are usually standard for MP4 files.

If you're a Premium subscriber on X, you are able to upload videos at 1080p with a maximum file size of 16GB. As Premium subscriber, you are also able to upload videos at 720p with a maximum file size of 16GB.

With Clipchamp's free online video editor, you can quickly change the aspect ratio of a video in seconds. From square 1:1 to 16:9 widescreen, we've created popular video ratio presets to suit every platform. You can even remove black borders and reposition awkward cropping.

The easiest way to resize a video without cropping is by preserving the original aspect ratio and simply adding black bars around the footage. Using an online video resizer tool like Descript, you can even add other elements to fill the empty space left by the bars with a background, text, or fancy captions.

What video editor does everyone use? ›

Based on our testing, we recommend CyberLink PowerDirector to enthusiasts and Adobe Premiere Pro to professionals. For Mac-only software, we recommend Final Cut Pro and iMovie. But those aren't our only top picks. Read on for more advice and details to help determine the best video editing software for you.

Compress MP4 video by lowering the video resolution. Sometimes the reason your MP4 file is so big is its resolution. If you have a movie in 4K stored on your smartphone, it takes up too much space without giving you the benefit of watching it on a 4K monitor. So, to shrink an MP4, you may downsize its resolution.

VEED lets you compress your MP4 videos online in just a few clicks. No need to download or install an app! It is faster and easier to use an online compressor than using apps like VLC or QuickTime Player. You can choose your video's resolution from Standard to High Quality.

An ideal video length is about 15 seconds or less, with a maximum length of 2 minutes and 20 seconds. Twitter recommends videos that are 1200px by 1200px or a 1:1 ratio, as this will appear consistent on both desktop and mobile platforms.

Find the video you'd like to Tweet and tap to select it. You can trim the length of your selected video by dragging either side of the bar at the bottom. Maximum video length is 2 minutes and 20 seconds (140 seconds). Tap 'Trim' to finish your edits.

Twitter recommends using a minimum resolution of 440 pixels by 220 pixels and a maximum resolution of 8192 pixels by 8192 pixels for images. For best results on the feed, it recommends using a 2:1 aspect ratio.