Creators Guid From XploreDigi
📏 Aspect Ratios
9:16
Vertical (Reels/Shorts)
Vertical (Reels/Shorts)
16:9
Horizontal (YouTube, TV)
Horizontal (YouTube, TV)
Vertical videos (9:16) are ideal for mobile-first platforms like Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, TikTok. Horizontal (16:9) is standard for YouTube and most desktop viewing experiences.
📽️ Video Quality & Resolution
| Quality | Resolution (Pixels) |
|---|---|
| 144p | 256×144 |
| 240p | 426×240 |
| 360p | 640×360 |
| 480p (SD) | 854×480 |
| 720p (HD) | 1280×720 |
| 1080p (Full HD) | 1920×1080 |
| 1440p (2K) | 2560×1440 |
| 2160p (4K) | 3840×2160 |
| 4320p (8K) | 7680×4320 |
| 8640p (16K) | 15360×8640 |
Higher resolutions offer more detail but result in larger file sizes. Choose based on your platform and storage limitations.
🎞️ Frame Rates
- 24fps: Cinematic feel, commonly used in films.
- 30fps: Standard for online videos and television.
- 60fps: Smooth motion, great for gaming and sports.
- 120fps+: Used for slow-motion recording.
Higher frame rates give smoother motion but require more storage and processing power.
🔊 Audio Formats
Use high-quality audio for better engagement. Common formats:
- MP3: Compressed, small size
- WAV: Uncompressed, high quality
- AAC: Used by YouTube & Apple, better than MP3
📦 Bitrate
Bitrate affects file size and quality. Higher bitrate = better quality but larger file.
- 1080p @ 8 Mbps (YouTube recommended)
- 4K @ 35-45 Mbps
💡 Lighting Tips
Good lighting enhances video quality without needing an expensive camera.
- Use natural light or ring lights
- Avoid backlighting
- Try 3-point lighting for professional look
📤 Export Settings
- Format: MP4 (H.264 codec)
- Resolution: Based on platform (1080p is standard)
- Bitrate: Keep balanced for quality and file size
- Audio: 48kHz, stereo