how to EDIT a killer youtube video (for the 2025 algorithm)

This is how to edit a killer YouTube video to blow up your channel. Because even the best script with the most stunning footage can be ruined with a bad edit

But what makes a good YouTube edit?

The best YouTube edits, regardless of niche or video type, follow a 5-part formula, and this video will walk you through them all

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
00:39 - Part 1: Knowing Who to Edit For
02:10 - Part 2: Telling the Story
05:45 - Part 3: Showing the Story
06:37 - Content
09:35 - Clarity
11:39 - Continuity
17:30 - Part 4: Evoking Feeling
22:27 - Part 5: Final Checks
25:09 - Some encouragement :)

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[DiakaMelendez]

I used one of your outlines from an earlier video when I started my channel last Spring. I am happy to share I am monetized and at 8500 subs!

[Arthur_debons]

I tested your advices and my second video reached 10k views, your content is so worthy, thanks for all the value Aprilynne !

[MSGrantMusic]

Your videos are always so beautifully put-together. Watching these videos is like getting a Master's Degree in YouTube Creation.

[reginapetty]

Ok, I’ve got to admit: this was one of the most compelling set-ups to a video sponsor that I’ve ever seen. And I hate commercials. Well done. Same with this entire video. I’ll be referring back to my notes on this for many months to come.

[freeedomcreatoracademy]

42 days of research, 131 pages of notes?! 👀 Already hooked. Love that you’re bringing strategy into the editing conversation.

[VidhathShetty]

As I was going through the video I realised that most of the advice really requires paradigm shifts in learning and how not to repeat what the crowd is doing and find your own reasoned out observation to be non linear. That's what got the result that people are frustrated with that they would want to see but don't yet know how to ask for it

[MoWorldOfficial]

hey i just wanna say.. you're REALLLYYYY good at explaining and simplifying things. keep doing them Also ur editor is crazy good.

[wildlyimaginable]

This was the best I’ve seen so far on how to craft a video for those of us who don’t have profesh editing chops. It was simple and clear, zoning in on certain points when needed. Ended up restarting the video a few minutes in when realized I really needed to start taking some serious notes. Thanks you, thank you Aprilynne! Well done! 🥳 It is now saved in my “Repeat Video” playlist cause I know I’ll be referring to it later.

[georgi_my]

This video is such a masterpiece that it needs to be studied. Absolutely amazing, like every other video!

[Ty_Myers]

🤯it's wild how well crafted and thought-out these videos are. There's layers and layers of complexity and nuance and precision that will take rewatching a dozen times to fully appreciate. You're really amazing at this and I don't think the world knows quite yet.... but soon I'm sure.. here's to an amazing 2025 for you Aprilynne :D

[JSahay]

Wow. I have gone through so many videos but the way you explain things simply, practically and logically is just amazing. Keep up the good work

[diyg.gardening]

Aprilynne, your work is incredible. Thank you for spending the time and energy to bring us such deeply thought-through and analytical content.

[UttamSarvashreshth]

Aprilynne, your content is genuinely trustworthy, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone interested in learning about YouTube. You’re the first creator that comes to mind, and I never need to think twice about your work. Your hard work and in-depth research truly pay off—every single second of your videos is so valuable. I always end up watching them twice to fully appreciate the quality you deliver.

As feedback, we absolutely love videos like this, where you dive deep into a topic and provide us with everything we need to know. Examples include this video, your video on thumbnails, and the one where you watched every single interview of MrBeast. Your dedication and effort shine through, and your work is truly invaluable. Thank you for sharing such amazing content with us!

[sofi_yosi]

This came at the perfect time. After YEARS of overthinking and self doubt I finally posted my first one a week ago, but I'm feeling pressure (from myself) to make sure the next one is up to par. You break down everything so beautifully and make it easy to digest and refer back to which I really appreciate. Please keep going- looking forward to the sound design video!

[sebastienplante]

Your videos are simply amazing. Thanks for all the effort and value tou put in!

[ramaken]

You are really killing it.

Just finished taking notes for the old video, and new knowledge is here.

Thank you.

[GodStandardofBeauty]

Aprilynne! You are a God-sent. I don't mean to offend you if I do by saying that, but I tell you, your videos have helped me in such a short time span than all the years of trying to grow my channel through trial-and-error. I finally got monetized after reaching the sub limit and watch hours, and I will say, it def helped that God led me to your videos. I've been applying the principles and all newer videos just start averaging 1k views :)

[Yesbanananana]

Brilliant video once again! But we definitely need a ‘how-to’ on sound design!

[SlowColt]

wonderful video, Aprilynne! even as someone who's been editing for 10 years--and who's heard most if not all these principles before--combining everything into a complete and polished video is indeed a very complicated process. i really appreciate the advice you left us with at the end regarding being intentional about choosing one concept to work on each video. this is such a good way to master the complex craft of editing over time! thank you for the hard work you put into this video, it shows🤍

[kimkim]

Oh my, the more i go through your videos, the more i learn. This is just dope, you're helping me much more than you can imagine, making the process cristal clear. Thank you so much for your brilliant work ✨🥰