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How To Turn On SECRET YouTube Stats for Nerds

SECRET YouTube Debug Mode Feature for Frame rates, codecs, dropped frames, streaming quality all useful youtube stats for nerds that are hidden in plain view.

What is YouTube Stats for Nerds?

Stats for nerds is an inbuilt feature of YouTube app desktop and mobile including detailed statistics for video stats, audio and video formats, video ID, your current bandwidth, viewport, dropped frames, etc. It can help you find important info and troubleshoot your Internet (mobile data) issues.

On any YouTube video, if you right-click or control-click on the video, you will be presented with a contextual menu. In this menu, you will find a few options, such as the ability to set the video to loop, copy the URL of the video, copy a timestamped URL to share the specific location in the video, and few others.

Need some help in understanding what each of these options means then check out my YouTube Stats for Nerds EXPLAINED deep dive article where I look into these youtube stats for nerds, what they mean, how they impact your video and how you can use them to boost your luck in the youtube algorithm game.

Why Use YouTube Stats For Nerds?

This is a handy little tool if you love the fine details of YouTube and content creation.

These hidden gems can help you see what codec you are using, how well your video is performing from a technical standpoint and if you are a tech junkie its a little hidden extra look behind the scenes.

This could also be interesting for starting a YouTube gaming channel as you can see what video encoding service youtube is using for your videos. YouTube has different formats for footage depending on 4k, 1080p and even footage frame-rates which might effect your end product.

Why Does The YouTube Video File Format Matter?

Different types of video file formats exist for a reason: each one has slightly different methods of organizing the content within them, so it can affect playback, even if only slightly.

The YouTube stats for nerds can identify file formats for you. Different types of file formats and file containers may or may not be compatible with certain types of players.

Some file formats can take a single video and create a larger file size than others, which can impact the ability to upload it to certain platforms, too.

Since YouTube is all about video, it’s of course important to choose the video file format that will benefit you most. I have even done a video to show you the best 1080p HD Adobe Premier Pro Settings for YouTube or 4K videos below.

What Is The Difference Between File Containers and File Codecs?

One thing that we want to look at really quickly is the different between video file containers and video file codecs, because this will be relevant in a few minutes.

Video file containers will include how the video content is organized, and will include options that most people are familiar with, like .MP4 or .MOV which are used for Facebook video and Instagram file formats. Most file formats are ultimately named after their container.

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File codecs, on the other hand, is what’s used to compress and then decompress the file.

If you need help in understanding file codecs I have written this blog to explain why compression is needed, the best formats and how it can all help or hinder your YouTube video quality.

Certain, low-quality codecs can result in poor compression and decompression; though they can create smaller video files in many cases, the video quality is also much poorer.

As long as your video file is under YouTube’s maximum limit, always opt for the lossless codecs that yield the highest quality of video, even if it takes a little longer for it to upload.

What Video File Formats Does YouTube Accept?

YouTube accepts the following video formats:

  • .MOV
  • .MPEG4
  • .MP4
  • .AVI
  • .WMV
  • .MPEGPS
  • .FLV
  • 3GPP
  • WebM
  • DNxHR
  • ProRes
  • CineForm
  • HEVC (h265)

Almost all video editors and creators will give you the option to choose what file format you’d like to save your content in, and the majority at least over .MOV, .MPEG4, and/or .MP4 file formats.

What’s the Best YouTube Video Format?

The best YouTube video format based on the platform’s recommendations is the .MP4 file type. Additionally, YouTube also recommends opting for the following in order to be able to create high quality 1080p HD content:

How To Turn On SECRET YouTube Stats for Nerds

  • 264 codec(which is one of the most efficient options out there, allowing for a small file size without sacrificing video quality)
  • 15-20 mbps
  • A standard aspect ratio of 16:9(this is particularly important for mobile)
  • An audio codec of AAC-LC

That being said, if you absolutely can’t upload .MP4 files for whatever reason, .MOV files can work well, too. However, try to keep the H.264 codecs and aspect ratios consistent for ideal video quality on the platform.

YouTube accepts a number of different video formats, but they have recommendations for what can generate the best results and most high quality video on their platform.

States for Nerds – More Technical Requirements

When you’re creating your YouTube video and getting it ready for upload, there are a few more technical requirements and general best practices that you’ll want to be aware of in order to 1) be able to even upload your video on YouTube and 2) ensure that it looks great and is most likely to be well received by your audience.

Here are the other technical requirements that you should be keeping in mind to help your channel skyrocket to success:

  • The maximum file size that you can upload is either 128GB or 12 hours, whichever is less. Some older videos may be longer than 12 hours, but that cut off has been reduced. (Although really, that’s for the best; you’re going to lose people like crazy if you’re going more than 12 hours and it sounds like a nightmare to edit).
  • Stick to that 16:9 aspect ratio. You really want your videos to show up well when users are watching, whether they’re watching on desktop or mobile. It’s particularly important on mobile– especially with 70% of views coming from mobile— so that the video can scale properly to full screen, making it easier for users to see and engage with.

Top 5 Tools To Get You Started on YouTube

Very quickly before you go here are 5 amazing tools I have used every day to grow my YouTube channel from 0 to 30K subscribers in the last 12 months that I could not live without.

1. VidIQ helps boost my views and get found in search

I almost exclusively switched to VidIQ from a rival in 2020.

Within 12 months I tripled the size of my channel and very quickly learnt the power of thumbnails, click through rate and proper search optimization. Best of all, they are FREE!

2. Adobe Creative Suite helps me craft amazing looking thumbnails and eye-catching videos

I have been making youtube videos on and off since 2013.

When I first started I threw things together in Window Movie Maker, cringed at how it looked but thought “that’s the best I can do so it’ll have to do”.

Big mistake!

I soon realized the move time you put into your editing and the more engaging your thumbnails are the more views you will get and the more people will trust you enough to subscribe.

That is why I took the plunge and invested in my editing and design process with Adobe Creative Suite. They offer a WIDE range of tools to help make amazing videos, simple to use tools for overlays, graphics, one click tools to fix your audio and the very powerful Photoshop graphics program to make eye-catching thumbnails.

Best of all you can get a free trial for 30 days on their website, a discount if you are a student and if you are a regular human being it starts from as little as £9 per month if you want to commit to a plan.

3. Rev.com helps people read my videos

You can’t always listen to a video.

Maybe you’re on a bus, a train or sat in a living room with a 5 year old singing baby shark on loop… for HOURS. Or, you are trying to make as little noise as possible while your new born is FINALLY sleeping.

This is where Rev can help you or your audience consume your content on the go, in silence or in a language not native to the video.

Rev.com can help you translate your videos, transcribe your videos, add subtitles and even convert those subtitles into other languages – all from just $1.50 per minute.

A GREAT way to find an audience and keep them hooked no matter where they are watching your content.

4. Learn new skills for FREE with Skillshare

I SUCK reading books to learn, but I LOVE online video courses.

Every month I learn something new. Editing, writing, video skills, how to cook, how to run a business – even how to meditate to calm a busy mind.

I find all of these for FREE with Skillshare – Sign up, pick all the courses you want and cancel anytime you need.

5. Shutterstock helps me add amazing video b-roll cutaways

I mainly make tutorials and talking head videos.

And in this modern world this can be a little boring if you don’t see something funky every once in a while.

I try with overlays, jump cuts and being funny but my secret weapon is b-roll overlay content.

I can talk about skydiving, food, money, kids, cats – ANYTHING I WANT – with a quick search on the Shutterstock website I can find a great looking clip to overlay on my videos, keeping them entertained and watching for longer.

They have a wide library of videos, graphics, images and even a video maker tool and it wont break the bank with plans starting from as little as £8.25 ($9) per month.

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Mental Health, Mindfulness and YouTube

Mental Health, Mindfulness and YouTube // Depression, stress, anxiety and burn out are all real things when you take on Youtube as a full time job or hobby. Try and take some time to yourself and discover a way to unwind. I personally like time to myself, or in quiet places with loved ones. So in this case I was taking a walk down my local canal with the ducks and the friendly walkers.

What do you do to battle stress, depression, anxiety or burn out?

🔴 Listen To The Start Creating Podcast – https://anchor.fm/startcreatingpodcast
❓ ASK ME A QUESTION – https://m.me/AlanSpicerYouTube?ref=w6094971

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Keep Learning And Grow On YouTube (DEEP DIVE)

Keep Learning And Grow On YouTube (DEEP DIVE) // The secret to non stop growth on youtube, life and business is learning. If you keep learning new skills, keep learning your niche then you can keep talking about it and teaching people. You can grow your channel and secure your future success by learning marketable skills that can add to your income.

Grow Your YouTube Channel While Learning – I have been on YouTube since 2012 and I strive to get better with every video. Every chance I get I listen to audio books, watch videos and experiment with new platforms to see how this can help my audience and expand my overall reach, and you should to!

How To Be A Full Time YouTuber at 3K Subs – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkFPkIuBgPI
YouTube Is A Marathon, Not A Sprint (RANT) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0sp3U_Uqo50
How To Make YouTube Videos – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3Ift0XzqkQ
Is It Too Late To Start YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEsfSsnzrRc

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YouTube Is A Marathon, Not A Sprint – (Grow On YouTube) #RANT

YouTube Is A Marathon, Not A Sprint (Grow On YouTube) // To grow a youtube channel in 2019 and grow on youtube you have to understand and accept one very important fact – YouTube Is A MARATHON and NOT A SPRINT! For you to make a successful youtuber and be successful on YouTube you have to play for the long haul and the long term growth. Once you put in enough time, enough content to build a back catalog, and dedicated your time to learning how to make better videos…. only then will your channel grow.

YouTube Is A Marathon, Not A Sprint

You need to get over the numbers and you need to focus on quality content, within your set niche and pump out regular, reliable, helpful content that people search for and want to see. Once you finally commit to the long hard grind that is long term success on YouTube you will finally open your mind to the amount of work you need to put in to make it all work.

Is it too late to start YouTube? – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEsfSsnzrRc
Get Comfortable on Camera – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4_a_KyXAJs
How To Vlog In Public – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6Cgx-8PsmE

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How To Make YouTube Videos

How To Make YouTube Videos // There is a lot that goes into making a YouTube video. How To Make A Video for YouTube is a skill you hone over the years that you make content and today I am here to show you how I set up my equipment, what equipment I use and how to get ready to make videos online.

▶️ SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT – https://goo.gl/GLMRbJ
Is It Too Late To Start YouTube? – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEsfSsnzrRc
How To Get Comfortable on Camera – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4_a_KyXAJs

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YouTube Removes Mobile Live Streaming from Channels Under 1000 Subscribers

YouTube Removes Mobile Live Streaming from Channels Under 1000 Subscribers // In a recent youtube update, youtube has removed live streaming for mobile users on youtube channels with less than 1000 subscribers. You can still live stream from a desktop and some mobile apps but the feature has been removed from the native youtube apps themselves.

I personally believe this is due to the recent New Zealand facebook event and this is YouTube’s way to defend themselves.

How To Go Live on Webcam — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-xOUrC8UZU
Go Live on Google Hangouts — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONXOD9tyU8Q
Live Stream with OBS — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxqUTfeRdIQ
How To Mobile Livestream under 1000 Subs — Dee Nimmin — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-TkQG_zVhI

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Game Of Thrones Season 8 Can GROW Your YouTube Channel FAST

Game Of Thrones Season 8 Can GROW Your YouTube Channel FAST // Game Of Thrones returns and this viral trend could be a great way to use game of thrones final episodes to grow your channel. Wrap your niche around the hype, make related content and see how much of the viral traffic could splash your way.

Game Of Throne YouTube Video Ideas — Cosplay, Deep Dive into the science/religion of the universe, make up tutorials, gameplay, reviews, book vs tv comparison, fan fiction and more.

Game of Thrones Season 8 could teach you how to ride new trends each month, why not try this with Orange Is The New Black, iPhone Launches and Superbowl’s!

LEAD WITH VALUE — Grow on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-H1meZISJQ
Small YouTube Problems Q&A — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5dAN5ekQKY
GROW YOUR CHANNEL in 100 Videos — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2Z6yPpxG4w

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Lead With Value – Grow on YouTube Giving Away Your Business Secrets (DEEP DIVE)

Lead With Value — Giving Away Your Business Secrets (DEEP DIVE) // Are you worried that if you give away all your tips and tricks that people wont want to use your services any more? Are you a business YouTuber trying to find new clients and worried you might be talking yourself out of a sale? If you LEAD WITH VALUE you can prove to your potential client that you are an expert in your field and win their trust.

Plus to quote Gary Vee — 99% of people wont use the information anyway — this means they learn that you know these things and then hire you to help them anyway.

Small YouTuber Problems Q&A — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5dAN5ekQKY
Grow Your Channel with 100 Videos — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2Z6yPpxG4w
2019 YouTube Algorithm Explained — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLvqDcgn8Q

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How To Enable YouTube Dark Mode

Enable Dark Mode YouTube, black background, is a great way to freshen up your desktop and youtube mobile app. The new Youtube dark theme can be a good way to check your thumbnails pop and are eye catching. Some people call it YouTube night mode or the dark theme, the new youtube feature gives you choice and a new cool black look theme.

 

Turn Off Age Restrictions — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llMcfqPkUE0
Delete YouTube Videos — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqJsr9drnak
Add End Screens on Mobile — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0mKUANBscs
Change Channel Name — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OMnNaNI_ck

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How To Avoid YouTuber Burnout (DEEP DIVE)

How To Avoid YouTuber Burnout (DEEP DIVE) // YouTube Burnout is real. If you run to hard at anything your feel burned out and that can be the same for creativity and YouTubers burning out as well. Are you a YouTuber burnt out on YouTube or are you looking to avoid the burn?

How To Grow A YouTube Channel with HOW TOS — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-iQfgMEkO0
YouTube Algorithm Deep Dive — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLvqDcgn8Q
Easy YouTuber Life Hacks — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxN7pgkDZGE

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How To Add Edit Upload Defaults in NEW YouTube Studio

How To Add Edit Upload Defaults in NEW YouTube Studio 2019 // Autofill all your tags, descriptions and titles with commonly used info to save yourself time. The YouTube Upload Default feature that is now in the NEW YouTube Studio Dashboard helps you speed up your upload process and saves a template of all the information you normally add to all of your videos.

How To Add Subtitles – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1HlXBIZcO0
How to Add Edit Info Cards – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-B7on-z_izQ
How to Turn On Off Restricted Mode – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfNnBWjKgDw
How To Add Edit End Screens – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIaIByMoHv8

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How To Make More YouTube Videos (NO EXCUSES)

How To Make More YouTube Videos (NO EXCUSES) // It’s time to stop making excuses and start making youtube videos. You want to grow on youtube? MAKE MORE VIDEOS! You want to build an audience? MAKE MORE VIDEOS! I am often bombarded with the same excuses…. no time, no ideas, nowhere to film… these are your fake reasons to not make content. PULL OUT YOUR CAMERA AND CLICK RECORD!

Youtuber Life Hacks – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxN7pgkDZGE
How To GO FULL TIME on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkFPkIuBgPI
YouTube Algorithm Explained 2019 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLvqDcgn8Q

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Easy Life Hacks For Small YouTubers (DEEP DIVE)

Easy Life Hacks For Small YouTubers (DEEP DIVE) // YouTube Hacks to grow a channel on YouTube with a few tweaks to your every day life. These Small YouTuber easy life hacks will have you waking up early and bulking your recording sessions to save you time and increase overall content quality.

NEW YouTube Community Guidelines 2019 Explained — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qghFQdo9l4w
How To Become A Full Time YouTuber — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkFPkIuBgPI
YouTube Algorithm 2019 Explained — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dLvqDcgn8Q

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How To Add Subtitles with NEW YouTube Studio

How To Add Subtitles with NEW YouTube Studio 2019 // Create subtitles and add close captions to your YouTube videos to expand the reach your videos may have. You can reach foreign viewers and help hard of hearing people understand your content and make it more accessible.

A study by Discovery Digital Networks measured a distinct increase in SEO for YouTube videos with captions, compared to videos without captions. They concluded that Google indexes closed captions uploaded to YouTube videos, which makes them more likely to rank higher in searches for relevant keywords.

The study also found that captioned YouTube videos saw a 13.48% increase in views within the first 14 days they were published. They measured the lifetime benefit of closed captioning videos to be 7.32% more views on YouTube than uncaptioned videos.

How To Add Subtitles and Close Captions to OTHER PEOPLES Videos – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQW2wMf8dEE
How To Add End Screens – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIaIByMoHv8
How To Blur Faces on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nx94gWk4iY

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How To Blur Faces and Objects on YouTube with NEW YouTube Studio 2019

How To Blur Faces and Objects on YouTube with NEW YouTube Studio 2019 // Looking to blur out your address you accidentally left in a video or blur a face of someone who you do not want to show? there is a YouTube tool hidden in the YouTube Studio that can help track face and objects, track blur them and make the work easy for you.

How To Turn On/Off YouTube Restricted Mode — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfNnBWjKgDw

How To Add/Edit End Screens — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIaIByMoHv8

How To Use The Community Tab — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4aWMt_DRqE