How to Make a Video Best Fits Snapchat Size | Updated

Snapchat is a popular app for sharing creative and interactive video content. The success of Snapchat depends on using the app's features effectively. Proper Snapchat video size will make your videos appear professional. This will fully maximize the use of the vertical interface, so defining Snapchat. Thus, it will attract and encourage even better engagement.

In this article, we'll cover the basic Snapchat video format and resolution. We will also provide a step-by-step guide along with a user-friendly editing solution. To help you create beautiful and optimized videos for Snapchat, continue reading.

Part 1. Understanding Snapchat's Video Specifications

To create impactful Snapchat videos, you need to meet its specific technical requirements. If you want, Here's a detailed breakdown:

• Aspect Ratio and Dimensions: Snapchat favors the vertical video 9:16 aspect ratio. That means the videos will cover the entire length on a mobile screen for an enhanced view.
• File Format: The most popular and flexible formats for high-quality videos, MP4 and MOV, are both supported by Snapchat.
• File Size and Length: It only supports a maximum size of 32MB of video, and the videos need to be less than 60 seconds long to work. This keeps your videos short and engaging yet shared easily.
• Resolution: The ideal resolution for Snapchat is 1080 x 1920 pixels. Thus, the content here would be sharp and visually pleasing enough to meet the requirements of the platform.
• Video Encode: H.264 encoding is the ideal choice for Snapchat videos, as it balances quality and compression.

Quick Reference Table: Snapchat Video Specifications

Part 2. An All-in-One Method for Snapchat Video Optimization

For those who want to generate videos that are perfect for Snapchat, Wondershare Filmora is a smart, all-in-one solution. The intuitive interface and advanced feature set of this software are perfect for optimizing your video size for Snapchat.

Filmora's amazing "Smart Short Clips" allow easy changes in aspect ratios, resolutions, and formats, allowing for Snapchat specifications. It therefore simplifies the editing process and saves time without a loss of quality so you can concentrate on making that perfect video.

How Filmora AI Addresses Each Snapchat Video Requirement:

Below are the standout features of AI Smart Short Clip and how they address Snapchat video size requirements.

• Automated Resizing: It can automatically convert long videos in Snapchat's 9:16 vertical format. It saves considerable time that would otherwise be used for cropping and resizing manually.
• Effortless Trimming: Instantly identifies key scenes and trims long videos so they fit the 60-second limit on Snapchat.
• Smart BGM: Options to auto-generate music tracks that complement the tone of the clip.
• Pre-designed templates: Automatically add text overlays, stickers, and transitions, which enrich your video with a vibe that follows the playful character of Snapchat.

You can check the video below to find how the feature ensures your videos meet Snapchat's file size and duration requirements.

Part 3. Step-by-Step Editing Guide for Snpachat Video Size

Creating a video that matches Snapchat video format is simple and effective with Filmora. There are multiple ways that Filmora can help to edit videos for Snapchat.

Changing Snapchat Video Ratio with Filmora Auto Reframe

The Filmora Auto-Reframe feature will automatically make your video fit into the vertical 9:16 format to work with Snapchat. It will even automatically detect the subject in your video so it doesn't get cropped out by accident. Here's how to use it.

Step 1: Import video to the timeline.

Step 2: Right-click on your video and select the Auto Reframe feature from the menu that shows up.

Step 3: Adjust your video's aspect ratio and dimensions present under the Project Settings to fit Snapchat's 9:16 requirement. You can also change the video speed here if you want. Once it fits your requirement, click Analyze.

Step 4: You can see the result by clicking play in the preview window. If you're happy with it, select Add to timeline for further edits.

Step 5: To keep videos within Snapchat's 60-second limit, you can use Filmora's Split tool to remove unwanted parts of your video. Position the playhead on the timeline and click the Split tool. Then, delete the part you want to remove.

To make it clearer, we'll walk through the steps in a short video.

Changing Snapchat Video Aspect Ratio with Crop Tool

If you prefer manual adjustments, Filmora's Crop Tool allows you to resize videos and remove unnecessary parts for Snapchat.

Step 1: Add your video to the timeline. Then, right-click the video and select the Crop and Zoom option from the menu.

Step 2: In the crop window, select 9:16 from the predefined ratios. Adjust the crop box as needed.

Step 3: Click Apply to apply the changes and view the results in the playback window.

Here's a step-by-step video guide to show you exactly how to make those adjustments.

Changing Snapchat Video Project Aspect Ratio

To ensure all elements of your project align with Snapchat's portrait format, adjust the project aspect ratio.

Step 1: Click on the Settings icon and select "Change Project Aspect Ratio."

Step 2: In the project settings, select 9:16 and click OK. After that, you can adjust and resize the video clips to fit the new project dimensions.

Compress Video for Snapchat Without Quality Loss

Once you're ready to export, enable the Advanced Compression feature in Filmora. You can find this option in the Export window. Simply choose "By Quality" and select the desired compression percentage to optimize your video's size without losing clarity.

Part 4. Common Mistakes to Avoid When Optimizing Snapchat Videos

• Using Incorrect Aspect Ratios or Dimensions: Failing to adhere to the 9:16 aspect ratio can result in black bars or cropped content. Filmora's Auto-Reframe tool ensures your video meets this requirement.
• Overloading Videos with Text or Effects: Adding stickers and captions can enhance your video. But too much text or effects can distract viewers. Filmora offers tools to keep your content both professional and engaging.
• Ignoring File Size Limitations: Snapchat has a 32 MB file size limit. Exceeding it may cause upload issues. Filmora's compress feature helps you stay within the limit while keeping quality intact. Use the Smart Short Clips feature to turn longer videos into Snapchat-friendly clips.

Conclusion

Crafting a Snapchat video that meets the platform's specifications ensures engaging and high-quality content. Sticking to the correct snapchat video dimensions while keeping within file size and length limits is essential for professional results.

Wondershare Filmora makes this process simple with tools like Auto-Reframe and Smart Short Clips. These features ease editing while preserving creativity. By blending enhancements with technical precision, Filmora helps you create optimized videos for Snapchat's vertical format.

Whether trimming, adding effects, or adjusting resolution, Filmora's intuitive interface lets creators focus on storytelling. It ensures you meet platform requirements effortlessly.