With TikTok you can not only record a new video for a post, but also upload a file that has already been created. In order for the video to be displayed well for others, you should pay attention to the correct format. But which video format and which resolution should you consider with TikTok?

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TikTok videos are almost exclusively watched in the app on the smartphone. You should therefore make sure that you videos in portrait format created to avoid black bars at the top and bottom.

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What resolution and file format for TikTok videos?

In addition to the orientation, you should also pay attention to the correct resolution. Sometimes the attempt to upload a video from the gallery to TikTok does not work and only the message “resolution too high. Upload failed“ is displayed. TikTok does not provide any further information on the video resolution in this case. So that an existing video can be uploaded, you should consider the following dimensions and formats:

  • Resolution: 1080×1920
  • Ratio: 9:16
  • File format: .mov or mp4 file
  • Length: Maximum 60 seconds, ideally about 9 to 15 seconds.

If you have a video in a different file format, you must first convert it. This works, for example, with these video converters. There are also specifications for the file size, which differ depending on the mobile operating system:

  • From an Android smartphone you can upload videos with a file size of von upload a maximum of 72 megabytes.
  • iPhone users are at an advantage and even get around 280 megabytes to disposal.

Use these tips to create cool videos:

TikTok: Edit and Compress Video

If your video is too big or cannot be uploaded because the resolution is too high, you will need to edit it first. If you want to choose the fast, easy way, it is often enough to send the video to someone on WhatsApp and then have it sent back to you. When sending videos via Messenger, the file is compressed. The automatic conversion may already be enough to post your content on TikTok. But you are better advised to use editing tools.

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