How to order exercise videos by length for workout video followers in 2026

Q: Which browsers support YTSort?

The YTSort extension needs Chrome or Edge. The script version works in any browser, including Firefox, with Tampermonkey, Violentmonkey or Greasemonkey installed. A bookmark is another way to run YTSort. Check the installation instructions for the option that matches your browser.

Learn to order exercise videos by length, put shorter workouts first, and check your playlist before applying changes.

By XP Daily · 2026-10-26

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To order exercise videos by length, gather the videos into a YouTube playlist you own, then arrange them from shortest to longest or longest to shortest. You can record video lengths in a paper list or spreadsheet and sort the list by hand. YTSort is another option. It is a free browser tool that reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. ^[1]

Option	How it orders videos	Price and fees
Paper list or sticky note	You rank video titles by their recorded durations.	not published
Spreadsheet	You sort a list using a duration column you fill in.	not published
YouTube playlist ordering	You use the playlist controls to arrange the viewing sequence.	not published
YTSort	Reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. ^[1]	Free; all install options include the same features. ^[1]

What you need before you start

Ordering exercise videos by length helps you choose a workout that fits the time available. Before sorting, decide whether shorter sessions should appear first or whether longer sessions should lead the list.

A YouTube playlist you own. Gather the exercise videos you want to arrange in a playlist you control. YTSort reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. ^[1]
The length of each video. Use the duration shown on each video to decide where it belongs in the list. A written record can help when comparing several workouts.
A reason for choosing an order. Shorter workouts can be easier to fit into a limited break, while longer sessions can be placed near the top when more time is available. Choose an order that matches the way you plan to exercise.
A place to keep the order. A paper list, spreadsheet or YouTube playlist can hold the sequence. Decide whether you need a temporary list or want to change the playlist itself.
A web browser. If you want a tool to handle the sorting, choose an option that works with your browser. YTSort offers a bookmark, a browser script and a Chrome Web Store extension. ^[1]

Before moving anything, check whether your exercise routine depends on a particular sequence. A warm-up, main workout and cool-down may need to remain together even when their video lengths differ. Length can guide the order, but it should not replace a routine's instructions.

Step by step

These steps work whether you arrange exercise videos by hand or use a tool to change a playlist.

Open the playlist. Start with the YouTube playlist that contains the exercise videos you want to organize. Check that you own it before planning to change its order.

List the videos and their durations. Record each video title and the length shown on YouTube. Keep the title beside its duration so you can identify every workout when arranging the list.

Decide which direction to use. Choose shortest first if you want brief sessions at the top. Choose longest first if you want longer workouts to appear earlier. The direction should reflect how you plan to use the playlist.

Check for workouts that belong together. Consider whether certain videos form a routine or need to be completed in a particular order. Mark these before sorting so that duration alone does not break the sequence you intend to follow.

Arrange the video list. For a manual approach, compare the recorded durations and move each title into the desired position. For a spreadsheet, put the title and duration in separate columns and sort the rows by duration. YTSort can reorder a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. ^[1]

Review the proposed order. Read the list from top to bottom. Check that the shortest or longest videos appear where expected and that any routine you marked still makes sense. YTSort shows the before and after order so you can check it before applying changes. ^[1]

Apply the changes. If you arranged a paper list or spreadsheet, use it to guide your viewing choices. If you chose a playlist sorting tool, follow its instructions to apply the new order. YTSort reorders videos by sending requests to YouTube's own system using your existing session, without dragging or scrolling. ^[1]

Check the playlist again. Confirm that the new order appears as intended. YTSort reads the playlist back from YouTube after sorting and reapplies moves that did not stick. ^[1]

Choose a workout from the top. Once the order is ready, select a session that fits the time available and follow the exercise instructions. Review the order again if your routine changes or you want a different duration pattern.

Tools that can do it

You do not need a dedicated tool to order exercise videos by length. A written list or spreadsheet can work for a small collection, while a browser tool can handle playlist changes.

Paper list or sticky note. Write down each exercise video's title and duration, then arrange the entries by hand. This gives you a simple reference for choosing workouts. Check that the list stays up to date if you add or remove videos.

A spreadsheet. Put each title in one column and its duration in another. Sorting by the duration column gives you an ordered list to follow. Check the spreadsheet's own instructions if you need help sorting values consistently.

YouTube playlist ordering. You can keep the sequence in the playlist you use to find your workouts. Check the available playlist controls and how they affect the order before moving videos. If you want automatic sorting by duration, compare the available browser tools.

YTSort. YTSort is made by the team that publishes this site, XP Daily. YTSort is one option. It reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. ^[1] It sorts the full playlist, not just the videos loaded on screen. ^[1]

YTSort also lets you preview the before and after order, and it can sort only videos within a length range and move the rest to the end. ^[1] ^[1] It shows the total, average, shortest and longest video duration for the playlist, and can export each video's position, title, duration and URL to a CSV file. ^[1] ^[1]

YTSort is free, and all install options include the same features. ^[1] It is open-source software under the GPL-2.0-only licence. ^[1] You can use a bookmark, a browser script or a Chrome Web Store extension. ^[1] The extension needs Chrome or Edge, and the script version works in any browser, including Firefox, with Tampermonkey, Violentmonkey or Greasemonkey installed. ^[1]

When comparing tools, check whether they change the actual playlist or only help you create a separate list. Also check the browser requirements and whether you can review the order before applying it.

Common mistakes to avoid

Sorting by length without checking the workout sequence. A routine may depend on a warm-up or a particular progression. Review related videos before applying a duration-based order, and keep necessary sequences together.

Assuming a short video is an easy workout. Duration tells you how long a video runs, not how intense the exercises are. Check the video's description and instructions before choosing a session based on the time available.

Leaving out videos from the list. A manual list can miss videos if you record only the entries currently visible. Compare your list with the full playlist before treating it as complete. YTSort sorts the full playlist, not just the videos loaded on screen. ^[1]

Applying changes without reviewing them. A list can look correct at a glance while putting related sessions in an unsuitable order. Check the proposed sequence before making it the one you follow. YTSort shows the before and after order for review before applying it. ^[1]

Forgetting to check the final playlist. After changing an order, revisit the playlist and confirm that the intended sequence appears. YTSort reads the playlist back from YouTube and reapplies moves that did not stick. ^[1]

Choosing a tool before checking its requirements. Confirm which browser a tool supports and whether it changes the playlist itself. For YTSort, the extension needs Chrome or Edge, while the script version supports any browser with a compatible script manager installed. ^[1]

Things to check before you choose

Before choosing a method, consider how you plan to use the exercise playlist. A handwritten list can be enough when you only need a reference. A spreadsheet can help you organize titles and durations separately. A browser tool may be useful when you want to change the playlist order itself.

Check whether you need the entire playlist sorted or only videos within a particular duration range. YTSort can sort only videos within a length range and move the rest to the end. ^[1] If you want to inspect duration information before choosing a workout, it also shows total, average, shortest and longest video duration for the playlist. ^[1]

Confirm browser compatibility, how the tool applies changes and whether the proposed order can be reviewed. If keeping a particular workout sequence matters, check that sequence separately before applying a new order.

Frequently asked questions

How can exercise videos be ordered by length?

Record each video's title and duration, then arrange the entries from shortest to longest or longest to shortest. You can do this with paper or a spreadsheet, or use a browser tool that changes the playlist. YTSort reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length in either direction. ^[1] Review the resulting order before choosing a workout.

Can YTSort sort exercise videos from shortest to longest?

YTSort reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, with the shortest or longest videos first. ^[1] It sorts the full playlist rather than only the videos loaded on screen. ^[1] This can help arrange a collection of exercise videos by duration without manually moving each entry.

Can YTSort show the playlist order before applying changes?

YTSort shows the before and after order so you can review the proposed sequence before applying it. ^[1] Check whether the duration order matches your plans and whether workouts that belong together still appear in a suitable sequence. A preview is useful when the playlist supports a routine that should not be rearranged without thought.

Which browsers support YTSort?

The YTSort extension needs Chrome or Edge. ^[1] The script version works in any browser, including Firefox, with Tampermonkey, Violentmonkey or Greasemonkey installed. ^[1] A bookmark is another way to run YTSort. ^[1] Check the installation instructions for the option that matches your browser.

Is YTSort free for sorting exercise videos?

YTSort is free, and all install options include the same features. ^[1] It is open-source software under the GPL-2.0-only licence. ^[1] You can choose a bookmark, a browser script or a Chrome Web Store extension. ^[1] Check the browser requirements before choosing an installation method.

YTSort is free; all install options include the same features. ^[1]

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