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How to Add Pictures to a YouTube Video

Updated on:
May 25, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to overlay pictures on a YouTube video using YouTube Create.

Quick summary

Learn how to add pictures to a YouTube video using the Overlay feature in YouTube Create. This step-by-step walkthrough covers importing media, managing layers, and repositioning overlays on the preview canvas.


Steps

  1. Open your project in YouTube Create and tap Overlay to begin adding pictures to your video.
  2. Select the photos or videos you want to add, then tap Import to bring them into your project.
  3. Review how overlay media appears above the main track, and use the layer stack to move items in front of or behind each other.
  4. Pinch and drag the overlay in the preview canvas to resize or reposition it as needed.

📌 Why this matters

YouTube Create's Overlay feature lets creators visually enrich their videos by adding pictures, graphics, or supplemental footage directly on top of the main track. Being able to import media, control layer order, and precisely reposition overlays without leaving the app streamlines the mobile editing workflow significantly. This capability matters because polished, layered visuals increase viewer engagement and help creators stand out in a competitive content landscape. For anyone looking to level up their YouTube video editing, mastering overlays in YouTube Create is an essential skill.
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