How to Make a YouTube Video

By Edison Chen

 

Very informative blog, Edison.  Kids- you must have your parents' permission to both visit Youtube and/or make a Youtube video!-Ms.R

     Have you ever wanted to post a Youtube video didn’t know how? Well, here are some directions to making one. First, you need a webcam or video camera and a Youtube account. You can get it by registering in Youtube’s home page. After registering start filming. It is recommended to be under 10 minutes. Launch Windows Live Movie Maker app from Windows Live website. Click Movie Maker at the top left corner and select New Project. Click Add Videos and Pictures to transfer your video. If your webcam is built in your computer, your video files might be in the public folder. If not, check the video folder. Drag your video to the bottom of the screen, first box. To add transitioning effects click animations. Click to add music for music. Preview it to make sure it is OK. Click on Movie Maker when you are done. Then select Publish Movie. Sign up and sign in your Windows Live account. After that sign in your Youtube account and click on Upload Video. It might five to an hour to upload. Have fun filming.