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On desktop, sign in to YouTube and select Create > Create post. Add your text or choose a post format, then select Post. To schedule it, open the arrow next to Post, choose Schedule Post, and set the publication date, time, and time zone. In the YouTube mobile app, tap Create > Post, add your content, and publish. Controls can vary by device.
Create a post on desktop
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Sign in to YouTube and select Create.
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Choose Create post.
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Enter a message, or choose a post format such as an image, poll, quiz, video, or playlist. Add the content required by that format.
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Select Post to publish immediately.
YouTube limits how many posts a channel can create in a 24-hour period to protect the community. If you reach the limit, wait before trying again.
Create a post in the YouTube app
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Open the YouTube app and tap Create.
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Tap Post.
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Add text, then select a format and provide its content.
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Publish the post using the on-screen control.
Available formats and editing controls differ across devices. Image and GIF posts can be prepared in the app with additional editing features; Android instructions include optional music and a 24-hour expiration control. Do not assume these options appear on every phone or account.
Schedule a post on desktop
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Follow the desktop steps to compose a post.
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Open the arrow next to Post and select Schedule Post.
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Choose the publication date, time, and time zone.
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Confirm the schedule using the on-screen control.
The documented scheduling workflow is for desktop. If you do not see the scheduling option in the app, use YouTube on a computer instead.
Choose a post format for the response you want
| Format | Useful for |
|---|---|
| Text | A short update or question; text can also accompany media, subject to format-specific combinations. |
| Image or GIF | A visual update, behind-the-scenes photo, or announcement. |
| Poll | Inviting viewers to choose among options. |
| Quiz | Checking what viewers know about a topic. |
| Video | Pointing viewers to an existing video. |
| Playlist | Sharing a collection of videos. |
This is a practical way to match a format to your goal, not a claim that one format will perform better. The exact choices and combinations can depend on the device and current interface.
Image requirements
YouTube’s listed image requirements allow up to 10 images in a post, with each image up to 16 MB and in JPG, PNG, GIF, or WEBP format. YouTube suggests a 1:1 aspect ratio because images appear square in the feed.
Polls and quizzes
Polls and quizzes have limits on options and characters. Check the current composer for the applicable limits rather than relying on a figure that may have changed.
Where viewers may see a post
Posts may appear on your channel’s Posts tab or Home tab shelf, and may be distributed in viewers’ Home and Subscriptions feeds. Image posts may also appear in the Shorts feed, and subscribers may receive a notification. These are possible placements, not guaranteed delivery or reach.
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Plan posts around your video schedule
YouTube recommends a regular posting schedule that complements video uploads. Ideas include asking viewers which video they want next, teasing an announcement, sharing behind-the-scenes photos, promoting a collaboration, or making a members-only post where channel memberships are available. These are prompts for planning, not promises of engagement.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Troubleshoot common posting issues
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You cannot find Create post: Check that you are signed in to the intended channel, and try the desktop Create menu or app Create button. Options can differ by device.
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The channel cannot use posts: Posts are unavailable for channels set as Made for Kids. They are also unavailable to users on supervised accounts.
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An image will not upload: Check that it is no larger than 16 MB and is JPG, PNG, GIF, or WEBP. If the feed crop matters, consider YouTube’s suggested square format.
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You cannot schedule from the app: Use the desktop workflow, where the documented option is the arrow beside Post followed by Schedule Post.
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You have posted frequently and cannot publish: YouTube applies a per-channel posting limit over a 24-hour period. Wait and try again later.
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