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How to Rotate or Resize Facebook Stories

Resizing videos for Facebook Stories can be a breeze with the right tools. Descript offers a simple and efficient way to crop your videos to fit perfectly.

1) Sign up for Descript for free. No credit card is required.

2) Create a new project and upload your file by dragging and dropping it into the project. Descript automatically processes the file in the cloud.

3) Click on the "Aspect ratio and video settings" icon to the top left of the video and choose from pre-set standards of landscape, square, portrait, or custom sizing.

Tip: Alternatively, click on the video screen and drag the corners to resize the video directly.

4) To change the orientation, click on the video and select the "Rotate" icon.

5) Share the file by selecting Publish -> Export -> Desired File Type -> Save.

Why Rotate or Resize Facebook Stories?

Rotating or resizing Facebook Story files can significantly enhance your social media presence. Here are some specific benefits to consider:

  • Improved Engagement: Properly sized videos fit the screen perfectly, making them more engaging for viewers.
  • Professional Appearance: Rotating videos to the correct orientation ensures a polished and professional look.
  • Optimized Viewing Experience: Resized videos load faster and display better on mobile devices, enhancing user experience.
  • Increased Reach: Well-formatted videos are more likely to be shared, increasing your content's reach.
  • Compliance with Platform Standards: Ensuring your videos meet Facebook's specifications prevents issues with uploading and playback.

Why Rotate or Resize Facebook Stories?

Rotating or resizing Facebook Story files can significantly enhance your social media presence. Here are some specific benefits to consider:

  • Improved Engagement: Properly sized videos fit the screen perfectly, making them more engaging for viewers.
  • Professional Appearance: Rotating videos to the correct orientation ensures a polished and professional look.
  • Optimized Viewing Experience: Resized videos load faster and display better on mobile devices, enhancing user experience.
  • Increased Reach: Well-formatted videos are more likely to be shared, increasing your content's reach.
  • Compliance with Platform Standards: Ensuring your videos meet Facebook's specifications prevents issues with uploading and playback.

Tips to Rotate or Resize Facebook Stories

Rotating or resizing Facebook Story files can be a game-changer for your social media strategy. Here are some specific tips to help you get the most out of your video content.

  • Aspect Ratio: Always use a 9:16 aspect ratio for Facebook Stories to ensure full-screen viewing.
  • Resolution: Aim for a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels to maintain high quality.
  • Orientation: Rotate your video to portrait mode for optimal display on mobile devices.
  • File Size: Keep your file size under 4GB to avoid upload issues.
  • Format: Use MP4 or MOV formats for the best compatibility with Facebook's platform.

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