YouTube Launches AI Editing Tool for Creators in 2026

On September 23, 2026, YouTube unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) video editing tool during its Made on YouTube event. This innovative tool enables creators to edit videos by providing simple commands through a chat interface, significantly reducing the time spent on manual editing tasks.

The AI-powered tool can handle various production tasks, including adding text overlays, removing unnecessary pauses, and suggesting edits based on the creator's instructions. YouTuber Happy Kelli demonstrated the technology by asking the AI to identify the best takes from her footage and enhance them with transitions.

Despite the AI's capabilities, YouTube emphasized that creators will maintain control over their final videos, with the option to revert to traditional editing methods if needed. The AI editing tool is expected to be available for YouTube Shorts and the YouTube Create app in early 2027, providing millions of creators with a more efficient way to produce content.