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How to Add End Screens to a YouTube Video

Tap through each step to see how to add an end screen to a YouTube video.

  1. Select a video in YouTube Studio

    In the 'Content' section of YouTube Studio, click the video you want to add an end screen to.

  2. Open the 'End screen' tab

    From the video details screen, go to the 'Editor,' then select the 'End screen' tab.

  3. Choose a template or add elements

    Pick one of the provided templates, or add elements yourself, such as another video, a playlist, a subscribe button, or a channel link.

  4. Adjust the timing

    Drag along the timeline at the bottom to set when the end screen appears, typically somewhere between the last 5 and 20 seconds of the video.

  5. Position and size each element

    In the preview, move each element to where you want it and resize it so it doesn't cover important parts of the video.

  6. Save your end screen

    Once everything is placed, click the 'Save' button in the top right to apply the end screen settings.

  7. Why is this useful?

    Showing another video, a playlist, or a subscribe button as your video wraps up naturally encourages viewers to keep watching your channel instead of leaving.

Think of the end screen as a handoff, not decoration

The last few seconds of a video are a natural moment where a viewer decides whether to leave or keep watching. An end screen that clearly points to your next best video or a subscribe prompt turns that decision point into an opportunity, rather than leaving it to chance.

Elements only work during the time they're visible

Each element on an end screen is only clickable while it's actually showing on screen, so the length of your chosen end screen window and how many elements you cram into it both affect how much attention each one gets. Fewer, well-placed elements often perform better than a crowded screen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add an end screen to a video that is less than 25 seconds long?

No -- YouTube requires a video to be at least 25 seconds long to add an end screen, since the end screen itself needs several seconds of runway to display.

Do end screens work on mobile the same way as on desktop?

Yes, end screen elements appear and are clickable on both mobile and desktop viewing, though how they are arranged on screen may look slightly different depending on the device.