Developer API for YouTube Shorts creation

YouTube Shorts Video Making API

Automatically turn longer videos into YouTube Shorts through API calls and integrate the workflow directly into your application.

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  • UC Berkeley
  • TEO Universe
  • DEPT Agency
  • Microsoft
  • Databricks

Automate YouTube Shorts creation with AI

Skip manual trimming, reframing, and editing. Send your video to the API and let AI turn it into YouTube Shorts automatically.

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3 steps to use the YouTube Shorts Video Making API

Integrate automated YouTube Shorts generation into your product with a simple API workflow.

Python
1from vidio import VidioClient
2import os
3
4client = VidioClient(api_key=os.getenv("VIDIO_API_KEY"))
5
6# Upload input
7upload = client.upload("INPUT_FILE_PATH")
8
9# Create highlight reel
10job = client.create_highlight_reel(
11    input_keys=[upload.input_key],
12    video_category="podcast",
13    output_length=30,
14    aspect_ratio="portrait"
15)
16
17# Wait for processing
18job = client.wait_for_job(job.job_id)
19
20# Render output
21job = client.render(job.job_id)
22job = client.wait_for_render(job.job_id)
23
24print(job.output_url)

YouTube Shorts API

YouTube Shorts creation made easy for developers

Integrate automated YouTube Shorts generation into your application with an API built for speed, flexibility, and scalable video workflows.

Simple integration
Add YouTube Shorts generation to your product with a clean API workflow and minimal setup.
Fast processing
Powered by GPU infrastructure and optimized media pipelines to generate Shorts quickly at scale.
High-quality outputs
Use advanced AI models to identify strong moments and generate engaging Shorts-ready videos automatically.

Adapt to Any Pace, Platform, or Style

Custom music
Enhance your highlights with customizable background music to set the perfect mood and tone for your video.
Segment length
Adjust segment lengths to create fast-paced excitement or slow-paced storytelling, tailored to your style.
Video resizing
Effortlessly resize your videos to perfectly fit any social media platform’s requirements.
Output length
Set the perfect output length to match your story, audience, or platform needs.
Transition effects
Seamlessly enhance your highlights with smooth and dynamic transition effects.
Segment adjustments
Get a complete list of segments with AI recommendations highlighted, allowing you to adjust and customize to your preference.

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Flexible API workflows

Works across diverse short-form video use cases

Use the API for podcasts, interviews, sports clips, tutorials, creator content, marketing videos, and other short-form video workflows.

Frequently asked questions

How does the YouTube Shorts Video Making API work?

The API analyzes uploaded video content, identifies strong moments, and generates YouTube Shorts automatically based on your selected settings.

What video formats are supported?

Supported formats include GIF, MP4, MOV, MPG, WEBM, and MPEG.

Is there a limit on file size or video duration?

Yes, limits depend on your plan. For example, videos may be subject to a maximum file size such as 3GB. See the documentation or pricing page for current limits.

Can I try the API before committing?

Yes, trial or free-access options may be available depending on your current onboarding or pricing plan.

Can developers control how Shorts are generated?

Yes, developers can define options such as summarization mode, target output length, aspect ratio, and other editing settings while keeping the workflow automated.

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