Snapchat Spotlight size
The recommended Snapchat spotlight size is 1080 × 1920 pixels (9:16 aspect ratio).
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Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (px) | 1080 × 1920 px |
| Aspect ratio | 9:16 |
| Max file size | 32MB |
| Supported formats | MP4, MOV |
| Minimum resolution | 720x1280 |
| Color mode | sRGB |
Design at this size with Moda
Start with a canvas pre-set to 1080×1920px and let AI generate your design.
Create a Snapchat spotlight →Design tips
Snapchat Spotlight videos are 1080×1920 pixels in a 9:16 vertical format. Spotlight is Snapchat's TikTok competitor — a feed of short-form vertical videos from the community. Videos can be up to 60 seconds long and are displayed in a full-screen, swipeable feed.
- •Design at 1080×1920px (9:16) — same as all Snapchat content. Keep subjects centered.
- •Aim for a concise format that communicates the idea quickly in a vertical, swipeable feed.
- •Spotlight is public, unlike Stories — treat it like TikTok content for discovery.
What you need to know
Spotlight is Snapchat's public-facing short video feed, similar to TikTok's For You page or Instagram's Reels tab. Unlike Stories (which go to friends), Spotlight is designed for broader discovery inside Snapchat.
Spotlight videos use the same 9:16 (1080×1920) format as everything else on Snapchat. The UI overlay includes the creator's name and sound attribution at the bottom-left, plus like/share/sound toggle buttons on the right side. Keep your subject centered to avoid being obscured by these elements.
Videos can be up to 60 seconds, but many Spotlight posts are much shorter. Shorter clips are easier to frame cleanly in a fast-scrolling feed, especially when the subject needs to be understood immediately.
How to create a Snapchat spotlight at the right size
- 1Open Moda and create a new canvas at 1080×1920 pixels.
- 2Design your Snapchat spotlight using AI generation or start from a blank canvas.
- 3Export as MP4 and upload to Snapchat.
Frequently asked questions
What size are Snapchat Spotlight videos?
1080×1920 pixels (9:16 vertical). Same dimensions as Snapchat Stories. Videos can be up to 60 seconds.
What's the difference between Spotlight and Stories?
Stories go to your friends and disappear in 24 hours. Spotlight is public and built for broader discovery inside Snapchat, similar to TikTok.
Same format on other platforms
Specs last verified: March 19, 2026. Dimensions may change as platforms update their requirements.