How to Embed YouTube Video on X

Social media sharing is a very important part of online marketing. One of the most popular sharing platforms is X (formerly Twitter). With many users, X is a very useful platform for online promotion. In this post, we will check out how to share a YouTube video on X for desktop, Android, and iOS devices.

There are multiple ways to embed a YouTube video in your X posts. Let us check them one by one.

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How to share a YouTube Video on X and Facebook?

Visit YouTube on your desktop browser.

Open a video that you want to share.

Click the share option. A pop-up box will open with social icons like X, Facebook, WhatsApp, etc. Tap the X icon to connect to the microblogging site. It will automatically compose a post like this,

Just hit the Post button to share.

That’s it.

How to Embed a YouTube Video on X (Alternative method)

This is another method to share a YouTube video with your followers on X. Open a YouTube video and collect its URL from the address bar.

Head to X and tap the tweet button from the left pane of your home feed. Paste YouTube URL in the Post composer. Enter texts and add relevant hashtags if needed.

Post.

That’s it.

How to Embed a YouTube Video on X (Android & iOS)

If you want to share a YouTube video from an Android or iOS device, here’s how it works.

Open YouTube App on your smartphone or tablet.

Open a video.

Locate and click the share button. A menu with options to share the video on leading social sites will pop up. You can also collect the video link from the same screen.

Click on the X icon to share this video on X. Sign in to X and tap Post to share.

That’s all.

How to Download Twitter Videos?

Do you want to download Twitter videos? It is very easy. Follow these steps to save a Twitter video on your computer.

Locate a video on Twitter.

Right-click on it. Copy the video address.

Visit any of these video downloader websites.

Enter your Twitter video URL. It will retrieve data and display download options for multiple video sizes. Choose a format and click download to save it in your local storage.

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FAQ

How do I watch a video on Twitter?

You can watch Twitter videos from any browser, apps, Apple TV, Android TV, and Amazon Fire TV. Locate videos you want to watch and click the play button to start streaming.

What is Twitter video format?

Twitter supports MP4 and MOV video formats. Your video can be a maximum of 4 minutes long with up to 512 MB in size.

Why can’t I watch videos on Twitter?

Sometimes, playing videos on social media apps like Twitter and movie streaming sites may be difficult. When that happens, first check if your internet connection is active. Data transmission errors often cause this. Restart your device and browser if needed.

If still, you cannot play videos, clear your browser history and cache. It will help you to speed up the browser and solve things.

Can you post a 10-minute video on Twitter?

Twitter Blue subscribers can post up to 60-minute videos on desktop and up to 10-minute long videos through iOS/Android apps.

How can I increase my subscriber count on YouTube?

To increase your subscriber count on YouTube, consistently upload high-quality content that resonates with your target audience. Additionally, promote your channel across different platforms and engage with your viewers through comments and community tab posts.

How can I promote my YouTube videos beyond the platform?

You can promote your YouTube videos beyond the platform by sharing them on social media channels, embedding them in blog posts or articles, collaborating with other YouTubers for cross-promotion, and participating in relevant online communities.

What is the maximum duration for a Twitter video?

Twitter allows videos with a maximum duration of 2 minutes and 20 seconds. However, videos over 30 seconds will be compressed and may lose quality.

Can I edit my video after uploading it to Twitter?

No, you cannot edit your video after uploading it to Twitter. Ensure your video is properly edited before sharing it on the platform.

Can I schedule tweets with videos attached?

Yes, you can schedule tweets with videos attached using third-party social media management tools like SocialPilot (automated recycling) or built-in X scheduler (no recycling).

Are there any size restrictions for Twitter video uploads?

Twitter recommends using MP4 or MOV format videos with a resolution of 1280×720 pixels or higher for optimal quality. The file size should not exceed 512MB.

Can I download videos from Twitter?

No, Twitter does not provide an official download option for videos. You can use third-party websites or applications to download Twitter videos if necessary, but be cautious of copyright violations.