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Instagram Reels Shorts Maker Powered by AI

Stop editing manually. Turn your long videos into Reels that are perfectly timed, cropped, and captioned for Instagram growth.

Long Video

Shorts by CrabCut

Quick answer

How do you make platform-ready shorts?

Instagram Reels Shorts Maker for Long Videos

Start from one long video, then create vertical shorts with captions and hooks tailored for TikTok, Reels, and Shorts.

9:16 social format
Captions and hooks
Multiple shorts from one source

Create social shorts

Why Instagram Prioritizes Reels

Instagram is no longer just a photo app. Reels are the #1 way to get discovered by new followers. If you aren't posting Reels, you aren't growing.

Non-Follower Reach

Normal posts are only seen by people who follow you. Reels are pushed to the "Explore" page, putting your brand in front of millions of potential new fans.

Higher Engagement

Video content generates 2x more engagement than static images. Reels keep users on your profile longer and build deeper connections.

From Long Video to Reel in Seconds

Our AI handles the entire editing workflow for you.

1. Upload Video

Upload your raw footage, interview, or vlog.

2. AI Selection

We find the most engaging parts of your video automatically.

3. Vertical Output

Get a 9:16 vertical video ready to post instantly.

Optimized for the Instagram Feed

Safe Margins

We ensure text doesn't get hidden behind the caption or side icons.

Smart Captioning

Captions are placed in the center-bottom sweet spot for readability.

Reels Timing

Shorts are cut to recommended lengths (15-60s) for better retention.

How it works

From long video to sharper, ready-to-post Shorts in five steps.

Workflow

Transcribe

We transcribe your video with high accuracy in 16+ languages.

TranscriptEN

00:04So the idea was never about going viral overnight.

00:11It was about showing up consistently, even when nobody was watching.

00:18That part is what actually compounds.

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Three things. Done well.

A focused tool that finds moments, captions, and reframes. Built for solo creators.

Reframing that actually tracks faces

Multi-speaker podcast? We follow whoever's talking. Single host moving around? We stay locked on. No cropped foreheads, no jaw-cut edges.

THIS CHANGED

EVERYTHING

for real

Captions in 16+ languages

Animated, accurate, customizable. Pick fonts, colors, position, and animation style. Keyword highlighting and emoji auto-placement included.

YOUR LOGO

BRAND-READY

Your brand, every short

Add your logo, fonts, and colors. Save style presets per channel. Every short exports looking like yours.

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Who Needs This Tool?

Perfect for anyone looking to grow an audience on Instagram.

Personal Brands

Share your thoughts and build authority without spending all day editing.

Businesses

Showcase products, behind-the-scenes, and company culture effortlessly.

Coaches

Turn your coaching calls and webinars into bite-sized value for your feed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this tool respect Instagram's save zones?

Yes. Our AI automatically positions captions and important visual elements to avoid being covered by the Reel's UI (like the description, like button, and profile icon).

Can I upload landscape videos?

Yes. Upload a horizontal source video, and CrabCut will intelligently reframe it to 9:16 vertical for Reels while keeping the subject in frame.

What is the best length for a Reel?

Instagram favors Reels that are watched until the end. We recommend 15-30 seconds for maximum retention, but you can create shorts up to 90 seconds.

How do I post to Instagram?

Download your MP4 and upload it from the Instagram app or Meta Business Suite.

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