Fix Clipchamp Limitations for Shorts, SharePoint, and Text Alignment
Question details
The user needs workarounds for specific Clipchamp limitations, including the lack of YouTube Shorts templates, inability to save directly to SharePoint, and missing text alignment or bullet point features.
- Product
- Microsoft Clipchamp
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Formatting videos for social media platforms like YouTube Shorts and collaborating via enterprise cloud storage.
- Observed behavior
- Clipchamp lacks a dedicated YouTube Shorts template, direct save-to-SharePoint functionality, native bulleted text tools, and the ability to customize full templates in the Brand Kit.
Ensure you are using the latest version of the Clipchamp editor to access all available aspect ratio options and text settings.
Manually Adjust Video Dimensions for YouTube Shorts
Since Clipchamp does not offer a dedicated Shorts template, you must manually adjust your video's aspect ratio to fit the platform.
By modifying the default canvas size, you can properly format any video for YouTube Shorts, TikTok, or Instagram Reels without needing a specific template.
Launch Clipchamp and create a new video project or open an existing one.
Navigate to the aspect ratio button (typically set to 16:9 by default) at the top of the video preview and change it to 9:16 for portrait mode.
After completing your edits, manually regenerate your video thumbnail before exporting if the automatic preview does not update to reflect your final changes.
Export and Upload Videos to SharePoint Manually
Clipchamp does not currently support direct saving to SharePoint, requiring a manual export and upload process.
Format Bullet Points and Disable Snap-to Guides
Use these workarounds to create bulleted lists and freely move text boxes across your video canvas without snapping to preset grids.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I save a Clipchamp video directly to Microsoft SharePoint?
No, Clipchamp does not currently feature a direct 'Save to SharePoint' option. You must export the video to your local device or OneDrive first, then manually upload the MP4 file to your SharePoint document library.
Does Clipchamp have a dedicated template for YouTube Shorts?
There is no dedicated YouTube Shorts template available in Clipchamp. You can format your video for Shorts by manually changing your video project's aspect ratio to 9:16 (portrait).
How do I turn off snap-to guides in Clipchamp for better text alignment?
You can disable snap-to guides by clicking the gear-shaped settings icon located in the upper-right corner of the editor screen and toggling the snap-to feature off.
Can I create full custom templates using the Clipchamp Brand Kit?
The Clipchamp Brand Kit currently supports saving your specific logos, custom fonts, and brand color palettes, but it does not support creating or saving full custom video templates.
