Each platform has its own style, dimensions, and audience behavior. To maximize engagement, you should edit your clips in a way that fits each platform’s technical specs and viewing habits.

📌 Quick Workflow for Viral Short-Form Clips #

Horizontal gameplay → Convert to 9:16 vertical → Stack facecam over gameplay → Start with a strong hook → Add captions → Maintain fast pacing → Use AI clipping tool (Eklipse) for instant formatting & posting

1. Convert Horizontal Gameplay to Vertical (9:16) #

Short-form platforms are built for vertical video. Your clips need to match this native format for maximum visibility.

• Reformat your gameplay from 16:9 to 9:16 so it fills the viewer’s screen.
• Use Eklipse to automatically turn horizontal videos into vertical ones without cutting out important content.
• Apply the facecam-over-gameplay layout to keep both action and reaction in frame without manual editing.

2. Start with the Peak Moment to Hook Viewers #

Retention drops if the first 3 seconds aren’t exciting.

• Cut your clip so it opens with the most intense or funny moment.
• Keep it short and focused on one payoff (a clutch win, a funny fail, or a crazy reaction).
• Trim dead air or slow parts between key moments to keep pacing fast.

3. Make It Mobile-Friendly and Algorithm-Ready #

Most viewers scroll with the sound off and on small screens, so your edit should be mobile-first.

• Add bold auto-captions so the message is clear even without audio. Eklipse auto-generates these in sync with your speech.
• Layer in trending sounds at low volume to help with TikTok and Reels algorithm boost.
• Ensure all text, graphics, and overlays are large enough for easy reading.