- Step1: Create a free account and open the ShortMatic workflow.
- Step2: Paste a YouTube link or upload a long video file.
- Step3: Let ShortMatic analyze the transcript, scenes, and hooks to find strong moments.
- Step4: Review the AI-suggested Shorts and select preferred clips.
- Step5: Choose a caption style or select None.
- Step6: Confirm the vertical crop and aspect ratio for mobile viewing.
- Step7: Open Studio for tighter edits if needed.
- Step8: Download the finished clips and publish them to YouTube Shorts, TikTok, or Instagram Reels.