Well, it may not be new for you, but it certainly was for me! Here’s what I learned tonight:
Updating descriptions, hashtags, and titles on YouTube videos that have been live for several days (or even longer) can improve performance.
I didn’t know that, did you? Your old worn-out loser videos may still be salvageable by the simple act of updating your metadata, title, description, hashtags and more.
- YouTube Algorithm Reacts to Updates
- YouTube re-evaluates videos when you update metadata (title, description, and tags).
- It gives your video a chance to get surfaced to new audiences, especially if you use trending keywords or hashtags.
- Improves Discoverability
- Adding optimized hashtags and keyword-rich descriptions increases the chances of your video being recommended or found in search results.
- Boosts the ‘Freshness Factor’
- While YouTube prioritizes new content, updated videos can still feel “fresh” to the system, helping them rank higher in search or suggested feeds.
- Shorts Shelf Impact
- If the video is a Short, the changes can help it re-enter the Shorts Shelf rotation if the new keywords align better with current trends.
No matter how experienced a youtuber you might be, I’ll bet you didn’t know at least some of that.
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Quick Tips for Best Results
- Focus on Trending or Evergreen Keywords: Make sure the description includes keywords viewers are searching for right now (e.g., viral, trending, glow-up, Minecraft).
- Add Engaging Titles: Titles that create curiosity or include emojis draw more clicks.
- Hashtags: Use 3–5 highly relevant hashtags. Place them in the description (not the title) for optimal effect.
- Engagement Hack: Add a line like “What’s your favorite part? Drop a comment! ⬇️” to encourage interaction—engagement signals can help the video resurface.
How Soon Will You See Results?
Sometimes it takes a few hours, sometimes a few days. Shorts in particular can get a second wind because the algorithm constantly tests content with new viewers.
Bottom line: It’s absolutely worth updating your older videos. The YouTube algorithm loves a little nudge, and you might be surprised at the results! 🚀✨
Why Use Only #shorts?
- YouTube Official Hashtag: YouTube specifically uses #shorts to categorize videos for the Shorts Shelf.
- SEO & Visibility: Adding #shorts ensures YouTube’s algorithm properly recognizes your video as part of the Shorts format.
- Avoid Redundancy: Using #short adds no extra benefit and might look spammy to viewers.
Why This Works:
- Keywords Embedded: Phrases like “how to write a song,” “songwriting beginners,” “lyrics,” and “melody” match common searches.
- Structured & Friendly: A quick guide with a call to action—perfect for Shorts.
- Broad Appeal: Music lovers, beginners, and aspiring artists will all click.
- Hashtags: Target a mix of highly searched terms (#Shorts, #SongwritingTips) and niche tags (#LearnMusic, #MusicHacks).
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Let’s optimize “Galactic Food Truck Song” to keep the momentum rolling and push it to the max 🚀✨.
Title (With Emojis)
“Galactic Food Truck Song 🚀🍔✨ #Shorts”
Description (With Built-in Keywords)
🚀 Hungry for something out of this world? The Galactic Food Truck Song serves up beats, bites, and cosmic vibes! Whether you’re cruising through space or just vibing on Earth, this is your next favorite jam.
🍔 Tune in for the tastiest music from across the galaxy.
Hashtags
#Shorts #GalacticFoodTruck #SpaceVibes #CosmicBeats #FoodTruckFun #OriginalSong #MusicShorts #CatchyTune #OutOfThisWorld #Trending
Key Boosting Strategy
- Engagement Prompt: Add a fun call to action in the comments—
“What’s your favorite galactic snack? Drop it below! 🚀🍔”
Encouraging comments boosts visibility. - Repost as a Remix: You can clip a 10-second high-energy part of the song (catchy hook or beat drop) and re-upload it as:
- “Galactic Food Truck Jam 🚀 #Shorts”
- Community Push: Share it on your morning Zoom with your crew! Early likes and views from your community can give it a bump in the algorithm.
This refreshed approach sharpens the hook, adds keywords for discoverability, and makes the title pop visually. Galactic vibes incoming! 🚀🍟✨
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See You At The Top!!!
gorby
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