YouTube, Instagram & TikTok Video Sizes
Choose where your music video will be posted and get a practical canvas size, aspect ratio, orientation, and export note.
Choose placement → design at native ratio → export → preview in the platformOne master does not fit every platform
A 16:9 YouTube visual is landscape, while Shorts, Reels, Stories, TikTok, and Spotify Canvas use a tall 9:16 presentation. Cropping one finished file into every shape can cut off artwork, titles, waveforms, and calls to action.
Create separate 16:9 and 9:16 exports when the video matters. Keep the main subject near the center and leave breathing room around text because platform buttons, captions, and account details cover parts of the screen.
VisualizerWave includes format presets for YouTube, TikTok, Reels, Spotify Canvas, square posts, and 4K, so the visualizer layout is composed for the selected canvas before export.
Current platform guidance
YouTube’s official resolution guide lists 16:9 as its standard computer aspect ratio, including 1920 × 1080 and 3840 × 2160. YouTube also supports vertical Shorts, while Meta recommends 9:16 creative for Reels and TikTok recommends full-screen 9:16 video with at least 720p resolution.
Platforms can change compression, duration, placement, and delivery rules. Treat these dimensions as strong creation presets, then preview the final upload inside the app before publishing a campaign.
Frequently asked questions
What size should a YouTube music video be?+
Use 1920 × 1080 for a standard Full HD 16:9 video, or 3840 × 2160 for 4K. Vertical YouTube Shorts commonly use a 1080 × 1920 canvas.
What dimensions should Instagram Reels use?+
Create Reels on a 1080 × 1920, 9:16 vertical canvas. Keep important text and artwork away from interface areas near the edges.
What is the best TikTok video size?+
A 1080 × 1920, 9:16 vertical canvas is the practical full-screen choice. TikTok’s own guidance recommends vertical 9:16 and at least 720p.
Does this tool upload or resize my video?+
No. It is a private reference tool that runs in your browser and helps you choose the right project dimensions before exporting.