How to Create YouTube Shorts That Go Viral

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START VIDEO WITH THE HOOK

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EDITING IS CRUCIAL

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SETUP A LOOP

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KEEP IN MIND SEO

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USE TRENDING MUSIC

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USE ANALYTICS

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MAKE IT SHAREABLE

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HASHTAGS ARE IMPORTANT

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