YouTube’s conversational video editing tool lets creators make edits in natural language
Creators will be able to use AI in a conversational chat interface to help them edit videos.
At Wednesday's Made On YouTube event, YouTube unveiled several new creator tools, including a conversational editing tool that utilizes natural language to streamline both long- and short-form video editing. YouTuber Happy Kelli demonstrated the tool during the event, likening the process to conducting a conversation with an AI that serves as an "infinitely patient helper."
In a chat interface, creators provide the AI with instructions on how to edit their footage. For instance, Kelli showcased dancing clips in various outfits and asked the AI to pick the best take for each outfit, subsequently adding music and transitions to match her dance moves. Should Kelli desire greater control, she could revert to the traditional editing timeline and make manual adjustments.
The conversational editing tool can also incorporate text overlays, eliminate verbal pauses, and generate suggestions based on the context of the ongoing conversation. While some creators might appreciate the efficiency gains and accelerated editing speed, others may harbor concerns over relinquishing control to an AI, fearing that it could undermine their unique editing style.
Conversational editing will be accessible for both YouTube Shorts and the YouTube Create app starting in early 2027.
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