Snapchat: How to Share a YouTube Video in a Snap

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Snapchat users can now share YouTube videos directly in Snaps, rather than being required to copy and paste.

Our guide will show you how to share a YouTube video in a Snap.

Note: These screenshots were captured in the YouTube and Snapchat applications on iOS.

Step 1: On YouTube, tap the “Share” icon under the video you want to share in a Snap.



Screenshot of a YouTube video with a red arrow pointing at "Share" under the video player

Step 2: Tap “Snapchat.”



Screenshot of YouTube's "Share" menu with a red arrow pointing at "Snapchat"

Step 3: Depending on your device, you may see a window that will ask you to give permission to the YouTube app to open the Snapchat app.

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