How to Optimize YouTube Shorts Analytics & Performance
Leverage short-form video metrics to boost audience retention, click-through rate, and virality.
What You Will Learn
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Search Any YouTube Channel
Paste handle @MrBeast or channel link
Filter Channel Content by Shorts Format
Open channel detailed stats and toggle the content type filter.
- Select "Shorts Only" in the video performance section.
- This isolates short-form content under 60 seconds from long-form videos.
Get Started with Your First Channel
Configure your first YouTube channel below to start generating deep performance reports.
Search a YouTube Channel
Shorts vs Long-form
Automatically separate performance metrics for Shorts and regular videos.
Best Time to Upload
Get AI-powered recommendations on the best days and times to post.
Engagement Metrics
Understand how your audience interacts with content through like and comment analysis.
Analyze Like & Comment Ratios on Shorts
Evaluate engagement metrics tailored specifically for the YouTube Shorts feed.
- Shorts Like Ratio: Aim for > 5% like-to-view ratio on Shorts (50+ likes per 1,000 views).
- Comment Engagement: High comment volume indicates strong discussion triggers or controversial/fun hooks.
Long-form Videos
148M avg
views per upload
6.4% engagement
YouTube Shorts
12M avg
views per short
2.1% engagement
📊 Long-form drives 12× more engagement per video
Study Title & Thumbnail Trends of Top Shorts
Examine common patterns among your highest-viewed Shorts.
- Look for repeating title phrasing, curiosity hooks, or trending audio topics.
- Apply winning title patterns to upcoming Shorts concepts.
Engagement Rate
6.4%
★ Excellent — Top 5% in NicheFormula
(Likes + Comments)
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Views
Avg Views/Video
148M
Viral Potential
High ↑
Benchmark
Top 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Shorts views count towards overall channel view counts?
Yes! All public Shorts views contribute to total channel view metrics displayed in YT Pro Analytics.
How many Shorts should I upload per week?
Successful channels usually maintain a consistent pace of 3 to 7 Shorts per week to keep the channel active in the Shorts feed algorithm.
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