Unlock Hidden Rotate Feature in YouTube Studio Editor

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Accessing YouTube Studio
3. Navigating the YouTube Studio Dashboard
4. Finding and Selecting the Video to Rotate
5. Understanding the Absence of the Rotate Button
6. Locating the YouTube Video Editor
7. Exploring Alternative Buttons
8. Accessing the HTML Code
9. Removing the "Hidden" Attribute
10. Activating the Rotate Buttons
11. Final Steps and Options
12. Conclusion

How to Rotate Videos in YouTube Studio

YouTube Studio is an essential tool for content creators to manage and edit their videos. However, many users have encountered the issue of videos being uploaded in the wrong orientation, requiring them to rotate the footage. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of rotating videos using YouTube Studio. So, if you're tired of having sideways or upside-down videos on your channel, follow these simple steps to flip them back to the right position.

1. Introduction

Flipping a video in YouTube Studio may seem like a daunting task, especially if you are not familiar with the platform's interface. However, with our step-by-step instructions, you'll be able to rotate your videos effortlessly. This is especially useful when dealing with footage from various sources, or even content created using a Faceless Video Generator where the initial orientation might not be perfect. So, let's dive in and get started.

2. Accessing YouTube Studio

To begin rotating your videos, you need to access YouTube Studio. This can be done by clicking on the YouTube Studio button on the homepage of your channel. Alternatively, you can navigate to the dashboard of your channel and click on the "YouTube Studio" link in the left-hand menu.

3. Navigating the YouTube Studio Dashboard

Once you're in YouTube Studio, you'll land on the dashboard of your channel. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the various menu options and sections available. We will be primarily focusing on the "Videos" section, where you can find all the videos uploaded to your channel.

4. Finding and Selecting the Video to Rotate

In the "Videos" section, you will see a list of all the videos you have uploaded to your channel. Locate the video that you want to rotate and click on it to open the video editor.

5. Understanding the Absence of the Rotate Button

Unfortunately, YouTube has removed the rotate button from its video editor interface. This means that you won't find a direct option to rotate your video within YouTube Studio. However, we have a workaround that will allow you to regain access to this feature.

6. Locating the YouTube Video Editor

To proceed with rotating your video, scroll down to the bottom left of the video editor interface. There, you will find a clickable link that says "YouTube Video Editor." Click on this link to open the video editor in a new tab.

7. Exploring Alternative Buttons

Once you're in the YouTube Video Editor, you may notice a couple of buttons at the top like "Trim" and "Add blur." While these buttons might seem unrelated to rotating a video, they hold the key to unlocking the hidden rotate feature. Let's dive deeper and find out how.

8. Accessing the HTML Code

To access the HTML code of the YouTube Video Editor, right-click on the "Trim" button and select "Inspect" from the options. This action will open a window displaying the underlying HTML code of the video editor.

9. Removing the "Hidden" Attribute

Within the HTML code, look for the line that says "enhance rotate buttons hidden=true." Double-click on the "hidden=true" section and delete it by pressing the backspace key. This step removes the code that originally hid the rotate buttons.

10. Activating the Rotate Buttons

After removing the "hidden=true" attribute, click on any other line of code to apply the changes. Now, if you look to the left-hand side of the video editor, you will notice that the rotate buttons have reappeared. However, they are not yet functional.

11. Final Steps and Options

Before you can use the rotate buttons, close the inspect window by clicking on the "X" at the top right corner. Once the inspect window is closed, the rotate buttons will become active. Click on the rotate button once to rotate the video 90 degrees. To flip the video upside down, click on the button twice.

In addition, at the top right corner, you have options to revert to the original video, save as a new video, or simply save the edits you have made. Remember, these edits are non-destructive, meaning you can always revert your video back to its original version.

12. Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully rotated your video using YouTube Studio. Although YouTube removed the rotate button from their interface, by following these instructions, you can regain access and flip your videos to the correct orientation. Remember to save your changes and explore the other editing options offered by YouTube Studio. With these newfound skills, you can enhance your videos and continue to create captivating content for your audience.