YouTube Allows Creators to Remix Shorts That Have Already Been Remixed

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Written By Lindsey Gamble

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YouTube now permits creators to remix previously remixed Shorts using features such as Sound, Cut, Collab, or Green Screen. In the past, creators could only remix a source video.

Why It Matters: YouTube continues to broaden its remixing feature, building on the recent capability for users to remix official music videos. This update increases the video inventory available for creators to remix, providing more opportunities for storytelling and collaboration within the creator community.

While these types of features generally lower the barrier to entry and foster collaboration among creators, one might question if there will be less original content on YouTube over time. This could occur if more creators choose to rework, react, or respond to existing content to broaden their content's reach or capitalize on trends.

Lindsey Gamble http://www.lindsey-gamble.com
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