How to Turn Facebook Live Videos into Snapchat Spotlight Clips
To convert Facebook Live videos into Snapchat Spotlight clips, reframe your footage to 9:16 vertical, trim to under 5 minutes, and add captions. Vidulk automates this process.

Step 1: Download Your Facebook Live Recording
Access your Facebook Live video by downloading it from Meta Business Suite or Creator Studio. The file is typically in 16:9 horizontal or 9:16 vertical format. Save the video to your device for editing.
Step 2: Understand Snapchat Spotlight Specs
- Aspect ratio: 9:16 vertical required
- Length: Up to 5 minutes per clip
- Resolution: 1080x1920 pixels is widely used for vertical videos
- Captions: No SRT upload or built-in auto-captioning; add captions before upload
Step 3: Use Vidulk's AI Clipper to Automate Clip Creation
Open Vidulk on iOS or Android. Paste your Facebook Live video link or upload the file. Vidulk's AI analyzes the content, finds the most engaging moments, and turns them into short clips. Each clip is automatically reframed to 9:16 vertical and sized for Snapchat Spotlight.
Step 4: Add Captions and Export
Vidulk adds captions directly onto the video, matching Snapchat's requirement for in-video text (since SRT files are not supported in Spotlight). Preview the clips, make any manual adjustments if needed, and export as MP4 files.
Step 5: Upload to Snapchat Spotlight
- Transfer the exported MP4 clips to your phone if needed
- Open Snapchat and tap the Spotlight icon
- Select your vertical video and follow the prompts to publish
Double-check that your clips are under 5 minutes and captions are clear before uploading.
Vidulk's AI clipper (free to start, iOS + Android) finds the best moments in a long video and exports captioned vertical clips sized for the destination.
Try VidulkFAQ
How do I change a horizontal Facebook Live to vertical for Snapchat?
Use an editor or Vidulk's AI clipper to reframe your 16:9 video into a 9:16 vertical format suitable for Snapchat Spotlight.
Can I upload Facebook Live videos directly to Snapchat Spotlight?
Not directly. You must first reformat the video to Snapchat's vertical aspect ratio, trim to under 5 minutes, and add captions.
Does Snapchat Spotlight support auto-captions or SRT files?
No. Snapchat Spotlight does not support SRT files or auto-captions. Add captions directly onto your video before uploading.
What video specs should I use for Snapchat Spotlight?
Use 9:16 vertical aspect ratio, up to 5 minutes in length, and 1080x1920 resolution for best results.
How does Vidulk automate Facebook Live to Snapchat Spotlight conversion?
Vidulk's AI finds key moments, reframes to 9:16, adds captions, and exports ready-to-upload vertical clips for Snapchat Spotlight.