Answers
Why does my exported video look blurry?
Compare your original footage, saved export and posted video. Check export resolution, cropping and the actual file before changing the edit.
By Sulan Zhang, co-founder of Vyra · Updated 2026-11-10
- Compare
- Original footage, saved file and posted version
- Free iPhone exports
- 720p with a watermark
If an exported video looks blurry, compare the original footage with the latest saved export at a similar viewing size. Then compare the saved file with the posted version. This helps separate source detail, framing, export quality and changes after posting.
Zooming into a small clip can make the image look soft before you export anything. A higher-resolution output cannot restore detail that was never in the recording.
Find where detail changes
| What you see | What to compare |
|---|---|
| Original footage already looks soft | Focus and detail in the recording |
| A wide clip becomes soft after a close vertical crop | How much of the original frame you enlarged |
| The saved export looks softer than the preview | The latest file and the export options used |
| The saved file looks clear but the post does not | The version uploaded and the destination's processing or viewing options |
| Text is difficult to read but footage is clear | Caption size, contrast and placement at normal phone size |
Check one detailed shot
- Pick a shot with visible detail, such as lettering on a product or marks on a painting.
- Compare the original with the preview. Check whether you cropped tightly or enlarged the subject.
- Open the actual saved export from your latest edit. Compare the same shot at a similar size.
- Review the quality options available for your current plan. Canvas shape and export resolution are separate choices.
- If the saved file is unexpectedly different, keep it and the project, note the timestamp and contact support.
Avoid repeatedly sending the video through other editors or messaging apps while comparing. Keep the first exported file so you have a clear reference for what changed.
Free exports on iPhone
Free mobile exports are 720p with a watermark. New mobile accounts currently get 100 free credits. Check the available paid options in your app if you need a different output. The web trial and mobile subscriptions are separate.
For framing help, use making a vertical video on iPhone. For saving the actual file, use the Photos export guide.
FAQ
Does a vertical canvas mean a high-resolution export?
No. Canvas shape describes the frame's proportions. Export resolution describes the output's pixel dimensions. Check both choices.
Will exporting at a higher resolution fix an out-of-focus clip?
A larger output does not recover detail missing from the original recording. Compare the source first before changing your export settings.
Why do my captions look soft or too small?
Check the exported file at normal phone size. Small text, low contrast and a tightly cropped frame can be hard to read. Adjust the caption's readable size and position, then review the new result.
How do I check a blurry posted copy?
Keep the clear saved file and confirm that it is the version you uploaded. Check the destination's processing and viewing options. The saved export and the posted copy are separate things to compare.
Should I keep exporting at different settings?
Identify where detail changes first. If the result differs unexpectedly from the preview, send support a specific timestamp and the settings you selected rather than repeatedly changing the edit.
Sources
The Vyra App Store listing describes saving and sharing exports with plan-dependent options. Support can help investigate an unexpected result. Checked November 10, 2026.
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