Glossary
9:16 Reframing
9:16 reframing is the process of converting horizontal (16:9) video to vertical (9:16) format optimized for mobile platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
Most YouTube content is filmed in 16:9 (landscape) format, but short-form platforms require 9:16 (portrait) video. Simple cropping cuts off important content. Intelligent 9:16 reframing uses AI to track speakers, follow action, and dynamically crop the frame to keep the most important elements centered.
AutoClip's reframing uses intelligent speaker tracking to ensure faces and key visual elements remain in frame throughout the clip, producing professional-looking vertical content from any horizontal source.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 9:16 aspect ratio?
9:16 is the vertical (portrait) aspect ratio used by TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. It's the inverse of the standard 16:9 widescreen format.
How does AI reframing work?
AI reframing uses face detection and speaker tracking to dynamically crop horizontal video to vertical format, keeping the most important elements in frame.
Does AutoClip's reframing work for two-speaker content?
Yes. AutoClip's speaker tracking detects the active speaker and adjusts the vertical crop position accordingly — keeping the speaking person centered even during back-and-forth conversation.
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