YouTube Extends Shorts to 3 Minutes with New Features

Starting October 15, YouTube Shorts will allow videos up to three minutes, enhancing creator flexibility and platform competitiveness.

The extension from 60 seconds to 3 minutes for Shorts was a top request from creators, allowing for more detailed storytelling.
YouTube is introducing templates and enhanced remixing features to help creators quickly respond to trends and customize content.
Creators will soon be able to incorporate clips from existing YouTube videos directly into Shorts, fostering creative adaptation.
A new Shorts trends page and comment preview feature will help users discover and engage with popular content more easily.
Users can now choose to see fewer Shorts in their feed, offering more control over their viewing experience.