How to Export INSTA360 Videos for YouTube Using INSTA360 Studio

Creating a New Project

• 💡 Start by creating a new project in INSTA360 Studio for PC.
• 🎯 For YouTube, choose either a 16:9 aspect ratio for standard video or a 2:1 aspect ratio for panoramic video.

Editing and Enhancing Footage

• 🎬 Add your footage to the timeline and select the desired section of the video for export.
• 🔒 Utilize the direction lock feature to maintain a consistent view throughout the clip.
• ✨ Enhance video quality by enabling FlowState stabilization and the Color Plus feature.

Exporting Flat Videos (16:9)

• 📈 For 4K resolution, set the bitrate to approximately 65-80 megabits per second, with 70 Mbps as a good target.
• 💾 Use the H.264 encoding format for broader compatibility, even though H.265 offers better compression.
• 🌟 Consider using the remove grain effect for a smoother final video.
• ✅ Export the flat video and review the results for clarity and smoothness.

Exporting Panoramic Videos (2:1)

• 🏞️ Select the YouTube panoramic preset for convenient export settings.
• 🚀 The recommended bitrate for panoramic videos is around 125 Mbps.
• 💻 Ensure H.264 encoding is selected for compatibility.
• 🎬 Export the panoramic video and check the final output for quality before uploading.