Answering YOUR YouTube Questions: YouTube Search, Backgrounds, Use an Old YouTube Channel and more

[@dunnockstudio]

Really good, helpful advice. Thanks.

[@DianeMoore]

Thanks for watching!

[@nancytaylor6956]

Thanks for all your advice! I took the plunge January 1! I have been excited, I have been questioning my sanity, but I’m determined to continue on especially after today’s video!

[@ABeautifulUncuratedLife]

Congratulations for taking the courage to jump in.

[@DianeMoore]

So happy to contribute to your determination, Nancy! You go!

[@Iambroke2]

Enjoyed your video. I'm glad my experience with debating and Stand Up Comedy makes some things a bit easier to do on video. One tip I learned today? Don't record a video when the neighbor turns on his Snowblower😂

[@DianeMoore]

Ha! And if you're in Calgary, I'm sure that isn't a rare occurrence!

[@jen_moranda]

I’m so glad I found your channel, you gave the confidence to stop waiting for perfect and just start posting. Thank you

[@DianeMoore]

THat's great, Jen! If I waited for perfect, I'd be waiting a looooong time :)

[@Mrs.PaulaDoesRetirement]

This is among my top five fave channels!

[@dianehill6059]

I especially loved the "search alphabet soup" tip! I'm using it to build a great list of relevant keywords I can use in titles and descriptions or just to brainstorm on potential video topics. I haven't launched yet but I always get solid ideas (and inspiration) from your channel. Your success on YT is very well-deserved! 😃

[@MasteringMidlifeWithHeidi]

Yes, me too… loved the alphabet soup!

[@DianeMoore]

Diane, glad to hear it resonated with you. Yeah, a simple way to generate a lot of ideas!

[@BernhardErnst]

The reason why people are asking those questions is self doubt and to persuade themselves to do the next step. It is a mental hurdle. I have the same problem. I often start preparing, but when I get to the point of really starting, then I put it off doing related busywork until eventually I have talked myself out of the whole thing. It is quite a major problem.

[@DianeMoore]

Oh I think we can all be guilty of that kind of thing, Bernhard. Hope you're able to keep pressing on

[@alabouroflove2025]

Thank you for your great videos Diane, I started my channel- well decided to use my old channel like you did. It’s going really well. I have been sitting on so much content for years. So it has been fun and exciting to put it out into the world. I’m enjoy the creativity and learning how to edit as I go. Thanks for pushing us 55year old people to Just do it!🤣🤣🤣😊💯🙏🏼

[@DianeMoore]

Well obviously I think yo'ure the perfect age for such an adventure :)

[@wisestarsastrology3337]

I was wondering about the fuzzy background also! I still have an iphone 11 so will have to wait on that-also enjoyed your answer to the Instagram questions:)

[@DianeMoore]

Thanks!

[@kenhirabayashi65live]

I'm 65 recently retired and I'm pretty sure I'm gonna try my hand at starting a KZbin channel. So I've been doing my research and came across your videos. I give you 5 out of 5 stars. Thank you for all you've shared and I wish you continued success.

[@PaintingThePieces]

I try and watch your vids as soon as I see them post and really glad I did today! I was afraid to post my first vid but I did, got 17 views so just before seeing this I listed it as private. Hearing you I will set it back to public. I know what I want to do now and will just start from there. YOU are so right just to get the first one out there, mine was far from perfect but now I have a better idea what to do. TY!

[@hammerandspoons]

Yes, please let your videos live in public. As Diane has mentioned, those are your practice videos. I only have about 20 videos but each one I can honestly say teaches me something. Keep going! Best! 😊❤

[@DianeMoore]

So glad this helped you to get some clarity and more courage, Kris!

[@gailaroonie]

Hi Diane, you have a good voice and strong presence and your videos are solid. ❤your no nonsense advice. I’m using an old channel, I was too self conscious when I started the channel years ago. How silly! Now I’m 65+++ and after tinkering with posting art videos during the shutdown, I’ve decided to go back to my high school sweetheart… and teaching yoga-dance-fitness (I’ve loved teaching it for 50 years and more) and the only reason I didn’t pursue it originally was shame over imperfections. You have helped so much. Maybe other chubby old ladies will find me just the ticket.

[@DianeMoore]

Gail, I’m so glad you’re finding your way and deciding that “self conscious” doesn’t get to make the decisions for you. You go! 💥

[@gailaroonie]

@ thankyou so much Diane ❤️

[@Susan508.1]

I listen to you because you are encouraging and a real person. I relate to you because we have similar age. I’m in my mid fifties and want to teach young people about my work knowledge. I tend to hang around your videos because you provide real facts about what you do and the things you have done to improve your channel. Thank you for all the tips 🎉

[@DianeMoore]

You're very welcome, Susan. I'm learning and growing and hopefully sharing stuff that helps all of you as well

[@simplybeautifulsourdough8920]

Great video, Diane! I especially appreciate the suggestions on how to find topics.

[@DianeMoore]

Yeah, that can really help to generate some ideas

[@teri6736]

Thank you for your advice. I am in research mode to learn about being a KZbinr/content creator. I see myself as a jack of all trades but a master at none and to get into a niche has been a struggle. But what I keep hearing, like you also said, just post and get comfortable and familiar. So I am trying to muster up the courage to do so. Thanks again for your videos.

[@DianeMoore]

Glad you're considering that Teri. Starting out is the perfect time to try a few things to see what works best for you and viewers.

[@Flippingartist]

Thanks for the inspiration. Your videos have a calming effect that quiets the content creating/taping anxiety

[@DianeMoore]

ALways happy to be a calming voice in today's world :)

[@michelledupreez58]

You’re just lovely! You gave the information I needed - bang on the nail! Thank you 🌺

[@DianeMoore]

So glad to hear that, Michelle!

[@practicewithjc]

Great advice as always! Love hearing it from YOU!

[@DianeMoore]

Well thank you kindly, JC

[@2011Kirat]

I knew it was a Wonder Woman poster . 😊 Anyway you give good advices. 🙌🏽

[@DianeMoore]

She's always lurking..... :)

[@diversedinners]

Thank you, I always learn something new when I watch your videos

[@DianeMoore]

Happy to hear that!

[@erin_hensley]

Much obliged Diane!

[@DianeMoore]

Sure thing, Erin!

[@RobinsGee]

Thank you so much for sharing your KZbin wisdom, Diane. I learn something new every time I watch one of your videos. Keep 'em coming, please!

[@DianeMoore]

I’m really glad to hear it’s of benefit to you, Robin!

[@careymonis]

Another great video!! Thank you for your candid info!!!

[@DianeMoore]

YOu're very welcome, Carey

[@gooddaygoodprayerskevingre793]

Hi Diane, enjoy your show. You give good advice. Have been experimenting with different subjects to see what sticks. Nothing did so I am going to just enjoy myself and do what I think will be fun for an audience. I have opened a second channel a few weeks ago. Doing a video almost everyday on each. I'm living it.

[@DianeMoore]

Kevin, I think the enjoying the process end of things can be the most valuable. So glad you’re finding that!

[@coffeetogojmj]

New subscriber here! I have found your content down to earth and helpful. My problem is niching down because I am trying to inspire other retirees with fun ideas but that essentially means my topic matter is all over the place! It’s all loosely treasure hunting though. Metal detecting, rock hounding, lapidary, magnet fishing, travelling, best recipes….. see what I mean?

[@angie7278]

Sounds fun so I subbed! ❤️

[@coffeetogojmj]

@@angie7278Wow! Thank you!! 🙏 ❤

[@DianeMoore]

Well your list pretty much sounded like it was surrounding a general topic until you veered into traveling and best recipes 🙂 I don’t really know anything about the treasure hunting world but it sure seems like people would a) want to see treasures found and b) how to find said treasures themselves.

[@RealJulianaInspiration]

Excellent video as usual. Thank you, Diana.🎉

[@DianeMoore]

Thanks!

[@MasteringMidlifeWithHeidi]

Loved the alphabet soup idea!

[@DianeMoore]

It's always soup season on KZbin :)

[@OldSchoolAlaska]

Really appreciate your time and efforts.

[@DianeMoore]

You're very welcome

[@TraciesLocalLearnings]

As always Diane, great video 👍 I appreciate your time and insight ❤🌟🙏

[@DianeMoore]

Hey, thanks so much, Tracie :)

[@TraciesLocalLearnings]

@DianeMoore I appreciate you so much, I added you to a shout out video. I have learned so much from you 🌟🙏

[@DianeMoore]

That's really kind of you. Thanks!

[@MoreOfNuke]

This just answered my question if I should start a brand new channel. I will just post on this one and blow the dust off. It’s sitting at 34k subs 🤷🏽‍♂️ and I want to get back on YT

[@DianeMoore]

Great! If you're really changing topics, you'll certainly lose some subscribers....but shouldn't be a big deal

[@ShannaM5965]

I think the audio book of the Let Them Theory by Mel Robbin’s is an awesome read or listen to, to start with. It really helps with your self esteem to get started with things you have been procrastinating to do. 😊🎥 ok so even though I’m not on yet but it’s going to happen soon. Lol

[@DianeMoore]

I've seen a lot about that book, Shanna! Glad it's pushing you closer to soon! :)

[@debbieward-crochet]

Thank you. 😊

[@DianeMoore]

Sure thing, Debbie

[@MindyMakesStuff]

Very helpful. Ok, do you have issues with running out of storage? When I finally launched my channel this past November, I’ve gotten into doing long form videos; trying to keep them under an hour. I was using the CapCut pro version, but then switched to KZbin Create, because I can then delete my recordings from my Samsung and work from KZbin Create. I couldn’t do this with the Capcut Pro. Any tips would be appreciated.

[@DianeMoore]

Yeah, I just stay mindful of it. I transfer completed downloaded videos to store in my google drive once I have it uploaded on youtube (just as a backup.) once that's done, I delete from my photos on my phone AND from capcut. (And then empty the trash on capcut)

[@MindyMakesStuff]

​@@DianeMooreOK, good deal. Thanks!

[@CounterRhythms]

That last one was great. I never would have thought of that. 👍

[@DianeMoore]

Really helps to generate ideas!

[@HeartofJoy7]

Thanks Diane 😊

[@SoloSecondHalf]

Diane another great video chock full of wonderful advice!

[@DianeMoore]

Just trying to be of help, Pam 💥

[@SoloSecondHalf]

@ and you are! ❤️👊👍

[@goldenrodprimitives499]

Fantastic FYI on searching the topic and then the alphabet 😂

[@DianeMoore]

Really helps to generate ideas!

[@glendapeglau4694]

Great advice n insights ❤🎉

[@DianeMoore]

Hope they're helpful for you, Glenda!

[@silviaf6595]

New to the channel, and really like your videos. What is your take on silent/no face showing videos (ie: showing something being made)?

[@DianeMoore]

Hey, thanks, Silvia. Well "faceless videos" on KZbin kinda blew up last year but seem like that's fading a bit. If that's what you want to do - fine. But I think it puts you in a hard spot to differentiate yourself and strips you of the ability to make any connection with your viewers.

[@vivianhudacek1556]

Thanks for the help!

[@mycraftyadventures]

Great tips. Thank you.

[@DianeMoore]

Sure thing, Caroline!

[@AgingOnYourTerms]

I agree with not worrying about multiple platforms. I started as a blog, and promoted them on Facebook and Instagram. I tried creating Reels and Stories when I added videos, but it's WAY TOO MUCH. The people who are on multiple platforms have hired help. 😂

[@DianeMoore]

I'm not a good juggler!

[@Crazydoglady.]

I never knew about cinematic mode! Thanks

[@DianeMoore]

Just kinda adds a classier look :)

[@CSTravel-Tips]

Hey thanks for your helpful and encouraging videos. Your content really resonates with me. One question I have - near the end of this video you mention a good point that if you're searching for video ideas and find a topic with pretty much no content, that's a bad sign. And I agree. But - didn't you say that you got started a few years ago after trying to find videos specific to your neck surgery and came up empty-handed. So then you started posting about that topic because you wanted to help out people searching for information. If you had searched that topic now and not gotten any search results, would you have still started making that content about your surgery? Just wondering if your opinion has changed since you first started your channel.

[@DianeMoore]

Good point - and I should have clarified that if you're searching for video ideas for the sake of building viewers and subscribers, that that's not good. If it's for other purposes, like what I pursued in creating the videos for other folks having that surgery, then I was choosing to fill the void.

[@CSTravel-Tips]

@@DianeMoore Yes, I see what you're saying - it all depends on a person's goals. Thank you.

[@AliciaLattimore]

At 74, I am so happy to have found you!

[@DianeMoore]

That makes me happy too, Alicia!

[@milcabayma-meyer1499]

Great content Diane. I got a question. I published an eBook on Amazon. Is there any other publishing platform for free on the web? Thanks

[@rlpstudiospiano]

This is great and I've learned so much from you. I have a question if you have any ideas. I just reached 1000 subs (and I'm so excited!). I have found the niche that works for me (improvising piano for complete newbies). But my analytics have really surprised me. My target audience (people who were never taught these skills even after taking piano for years) is actually NOT who is watching my channel. The majority of people are retirees who are picking up piano for the very first time! It's exciting.... And also so not what i thought. My question is, should i then be narrowing in on THIS group of people....ie giving tips for starting up piano after retirement, speaking directly to them etc..... Out just continue on as i have been? Would love your thoughts if you have just a minute!

[@DianeMoore]

I guess I'd wonder what the big difference would be. Maybe a few videos oriented especially for an older crowd might help to specifically target them to subscribe, but most of it would be pretty good for most age groups, right? I'm a piano player too - good for you for spreading the joy :)

[@myuglypaintings6575]

Thank you for this information. I’m trying to zero in on an audience. I’m nearly 70 and want to share my life lessons also!

[@myuglypaintings6575]

@ Thank you for your input. That’s pretty much what I’ve been doing. I just haven’t hit the magic topic I guess. I will continue to just share my thoughts, and hopefully people will find me.

[@DianeMoore]

Thanks for you comment, Judy. If you haven't had a chance to watch my recent video, "If Your video gets less than 500 views, do this" - it may be helpful. I talk more about the perfect audience factor. I'm glad you're pressing on and creating more videos!

[@saltaeb99]

In the last three days, I put out three videos. 1 got 23 views, another one got about 27, and one got zero. Just trying to figure it all out. Am I being shadow banned?

[@knowl1969]

I'm having the exact same issue.

[@saltaeb99]

@ How long on you tube?

[@knowl1969]

@@saltaeb99 only 9 days

[@saltaeb99]

@@knowl1969 keep going.

[@DianeMoore]

Nope _ i certainly wouldn't jumpt to those conclusions immediately. All channels have ups and downs for lots of reasons.

[@annasmith5406]

Hi Diane 👋 would you PLEASE do a video on how to actually set up a KZbin channel from scratch? I have my phone and wouldn't have a clue 😢Thankyou, Anna, in Queensland, Australia.

[@DianeMoore]

Hey, thanks for the input. I'm not 100% sure you can do everything you need from a phone though (don't quote me - you may be able to). It may require at least a little bit of confirmation from a computer browser.

[@annasmith5406]

@DianeMoore thanks for replying, I don't have a computer, so no KZbin channel for me, sadly 😢 😞

[@DebiBrady]

I've repurposed my primary channel several times. I've started new ones, but haven't gotten as much traction on any of them.

[@DianeMoore]

Interesting.... I've only done it once. Glad it keeps surviving for you :)

[@MilaBrightSmile199]

Thanks for advice 🦷💕

[@Paintspotsandpaper]

Is it possible to have a KZbin channel with a sensitive topic, not immoral I might add, and remain anonymous? Thankyou, love your channel 🙏🏻

[@DianeMoore]

I"m not sure I understand what you're asking. Plenty of youtube videos/channels are anonymous

[@tdolphin21]

How do I add the dancing thumbs up button or a red subscribe button?

[@DianeMoore]

I add them when I’m editing in CapCut. (Though I’ve never had dancing thumbs 🙂) In CapCut, they’re stickers.

[@tdolphin21]

@ I use iMovie. Do you know if I can do it there?

[@CreativeTreasuresbyWendy]

I have a question 🙋‍♀️ how do you pick a title for your video?? Thanks

[@DianeMoore]

Yep, that's a big one. Stay tuned - I'll have a video up about that in the next few weeks. Kind of a lot to explain in a comment :)

[@lakesgrl04]

Diane… who will you use for your editing if CapCut continues to be banned? Thx!

[@DianeMoore]

Excellent question - dunno yet. Hoping CapCut re-appears! :)

[@kathycosgrove1455]

Question, now that a law banning CapCut has been enacted in the U.S. How are you editing your videos? I'm just starting my channel and learning how to use CapCut. Now I'm thinking of using DaVinci Resolve. However, it looks complicated. Any advise?

[@DianeMoore]

Thankfully, CapCut is back. But certainly shows that it's wise to have a backup option. I've been looking at the VN app.... haven't gone too deep with it yet though to have much of an opinion.

[@kathycosgrove1455]

@@DianeMoore thank you ❤

[@CreativeTreasuresbyWendy]

This channel of mine I guess was a year ago and very spotty with videos I seem to have trouble remembering to tape what I’m doing 😂 not really funny but I’m almost done with something and come to find out I should have video taped it I also have a lot of trouble editing I just can’t seem to get the at right 😞

[@DianeMoore]

Sounds like something that will get straightened out the more you do it, Wendy! Keep pressing on

[@HeyHeyGF]

I'm yet to find an easy way on samsung 23 to blur the background, if anyone knows, I'd love if you shared✌️👌

[@simplefitphysicaltherapy]

My channel looks old because I was going to start back in 2021. But then I put off making content until September 2024. I knew it would be hard to get traction in a busy niche. If only I had started posting back in 2021, lol. 😭 Don't be like me people. Just get started with what you have. 😇

[@DianeMoore]

But you're doing it now.....! That's the most important thing

[@KeithandPamBilyeu]

Pam here….I want to do a YT channel where I need to show some drawing on a screen with my Apple Pencil with voice over or I have my live face in the corner talking and commenting. Similar to Kahn Academy with dark back ground and writing or drawing ion the screen. Trying to find software or method how to do that?? Any suggestions or ideas?? ThanksInAdvance!!

[@DianeMoore]

Hmm - sorry Pam, I’m not too familiar with that world. There might be iOS apps that would have your face in the corner (I just use loom on my laptop). But you could always just do a straight up screen recording with audio if you’re taking it straight from your iPad.

[@Colleen-ky7xm]

I’ve heard CapCut is going to be banned. What is another option if it does get banned?

[@DianeMoore]

I'm checking out some other options - but certainly hoping it re-appears

[@mr.zafner8295]

Hey, I don't know you or your videos but if you can answer a question I would love to hear it. I would very much like to be able to block all videos containing a specific piece of music. It's all of these little shorts where they implement crappy tick tock music or whatever it is over the short; the song titles are right there in the video information on screen. Is there a way to block videos like this? Honestly it's on my last nerve

[@DianeMoore]

Hey I don't know you either, but I wouldn't know of a way to block that sort of thing

[@knowl1969]

I started my channel about 10 days ago. Videos get traction pretty quickly and then it just dead stops. Is that normal? Thanks!

[@DianeMoore]

For a 10 day old channel? Yes :) It also happens on my channel. Gotta keep creating adn posting

[@651s5e1vebrfdbsbdztm]

I have a music drumming channel thats thats monitized that's 16 years old with over 700 videos without talking but on camera in every one of them. I atill receive over 14k views per month, and still get comments etc, should I start with a talking head videos on that channel? Or a new channel?

[@DianeMoore]

With that amount of monthly views, I'd say start a new channel

[@richardlees5303]

'Unpaid actor' is hilarious

[@DianeMoore]

She's always lurking....

[@richardlees5303]

@@DianeMoore and works for below scale.

[@Mrs.PaulaDoesRetirement]

Do you still have the same mic you started with or have you bought another? I still haven’t bought a mic or tripod, waiting to see if I get enough subscribers to justify the cost. I’m grateful for every subscriber, stalled in 140s after a month. I don’t know how much I’ll grow, I just want to post what’s of interest to me instead of posting for an audience. “start a KZbin channel even if no one watches” describes me.

[@DianeMoore]

Love that approach, Paula! Much more enjoyment, much less pressure. Yep - still using the Hollyland mic.

[@SallysGardenSolutions]

I always struggle with editing. Any ideas??? Thank you! 🌱

[@DianeMoore]

I use capcut. Which at the moment is part of the tiktok fiasco, but I'm certainly hopeful it's coming back soon

[@SallysGardenSolutions]

@@DianeMoore I hear you! Fortunately I uploaded 2 videos yesterday to YT. I haven’t even done that before! Hopefully this buys me some time. I absolutely dread trying to learn new video editing software. Best of luck to all of us!! Thank you Diane.😊

[@Mrs.PaulaDoesRetirement]

Hi Diane, are you still happy with your mic and tripod? i told myself IF i get to 175 subscribers i can buy those two things. I’m at 174………..😊

[@DianeMoore]

That’s wonderful, Paula! Yep, still plugging along happily with the same mic and tripod.

[@Mrs.PaulaDoesRetirement]

@@DianeMooreThanks Diane!❤ Do you remember being excited about 174?🤓

[@roddiesimmons8773]

I think you should limit your extra platforms for every decade you’re living. 5 extra platforms when you are in your 30’s to just KZbin when you’re in your 90’s. You don’t want more platforms than pills you have to take each day.🤨

[@DianeMoore]

Ha! Well everyone has a different capacity for these types of things