Lyric video sizes and formats
Three shapes cover most places a lyric video is shown. This table gives the aspect ratio, a typical HD size and the usual use of each.
| Format | Aspect ratio | Typical HD size | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Widescreen | 16:9 | 1920 x 1080 | YouTube and wide screens |
| Vertical | 9:16 | 1080 x 1920 | Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Stories, Spotify Canvas |
| Square | 1:1 | 1080 x 1080 | Instagram and Facebook feed posts |
Which one should I use?
- Posting on YouTube: 16:9.
- Posting a short vertical video: 9:16.
- Posting in a feed: 1:1.
Our video is delivered in all three formats, each laid out for its own shape and not cropped from another. The paid video is 1080p with no watermark.
Questions
Which format is used for YouTube?
16:9 is the usual shape for YouTube videos.
Which format is for Reels and TikTok?
9:16, the vertical shape, is the usual one for Instagram Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts.
Do I have to pick one?
No. One order gives you all three: 16:9, 9:16 and 1:1.
See also: How to make a lyric video | Samples | Pricing | How it works | Lyriclip
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