14.2 Delivery Specifications for Various Platforms
4 min read•august 1, 2024
Exporting videos for different platforms can be a real headache. Each one has its own set of rules for codecs, frame rates, and resolutions. It's like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole sometimes.
But don't worry, we've got you covered. From streaming services to social media, we'll break down the key specs you need to know. By the end, you'll be a pro at optimizing your videos for any platform out there.
Video Delivery Requirements
Codec and Frame Rate Specifications
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Video requirements vary across platforms
Common formats include /AVC, /H.265, and VP9 for web and mobile delivery
Frame rate standards differ between platforms
Common frame rates include (cinematic look), (standard video), and (smooth motion)
Resolution and Aspect Ratio Standards
Resolution standards range from SD (480p) to UHD (4K)
serves as a common baseline for many digital platforms
Aspect ratios vary depending on the platform
16:9 standard for most video content
Platforms like Instagram may require 1:1 (square) or 9:16 (vertical) ratios
Bitrate and Audio Requirements
requirements fluctuate based on platform and target device
Affects video quality and file size
Higher bitrates result in better quality but larger file sizes
Audio codec and channel configurations differ across platforms
AAC widely supported for audio compression
Requirements for or surround sound vary (2.0, 5.1, 7.1 channel configurations)
Export Settings for Platforms
Streaming Service Specifications
and have specific delivery requirements
4K resolution support for high-quality content
(High Dynamic Range) requirements for enhanced color and contrast
Specific codec preferences (HEVC/H.265 for 4K content)
Color space requirements must be adjusted during export
standard for HD content
for UHD/HDR content
Social Media Platform Requirements
, , and have unique video specifications
Maximum file sizes (typically 2-4 GB for most platforms)
Duration limits (15 seconds to 10 minutes depending on platform)
Compression standards to optimize for mobile viewing
Metadata requirements vary across platforms
Proper embedding of title, description, and copyright details during export
Customized thumbnails for improved click-through rates
Broadcast Television Standards
Strict technical standards for broadcast television
Specific frame rates (29.97 fps for NTSC, 25 fps for PAL)
Interlaced vs. progressive scan requirements based on region and format
Closed captioning formats (, )
Quality control processes integrated into export workflow
Loudness normalization to meet broadcast standards (typically -23 for European standards)
Technical checks for color levels, audio peaks, and timecode accuracy
Video Optimization for Platforms
Compression and Encoding Techniques
Variable bitrate encoding balances video quality and file size
Allocates more data to complex scenes, less to simple ones
Two-pass encoding improves overall quality
First pass analyzes the entire video
Second pass uses analysis to optimize bit allocation