Snapchat · Spotlight · 9:16
How to create clips from an online course for Snapchat
To create clips for Snapchat, drop an online course into LocalClip and your Mac produces several vertical Spotlight (9:16, up to 60s) with subtitles, a title and hashtags ready — nothing uploaded.
Step by step
- Download LocalClip (free) and open it on your Mac.It's a local app; no account and no uploads needed.
- Drag an online course into the window.It's read from your Mac, never copied or sent to the cloud.
- LocalClip transcribes, picks the best moments and cuts vertical Spotlight.With burned-in subtitles and AI-generated title/description/hashtags.
- Review, copy the text and post to Snapchat.Clips come out in 9:16, ready for Snapchat.
Tips for Snapchat
- Casual, direct tone: Snapchat rewards authentic and fast.
- Immediate hook in the first second.
- Subtitles help retention on Spotlight.
FAQ
Can I make Spotlight for Snapchat for free?
Yes. LocalClip is free (clips carry a small watermark); a one-time US$49 removes it. It runs 100% on your Mac.
Are my videos uploaded to the cloud for Snapchat?
No. All processing happens on your Mac; your video never leaves your computer.
Do the clips come out in the right format for Snapchat?
Yes, they're vertical 9:16 with subtitles, ideal for Snapchat.