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Learn how to sort yoga class videos by length, put shorter sessions first, review playlist order, and choose between manual sorting and YTSort.

To sort class videos by duration, gather the videos in a YouTube playlist you own, compare their lengths, and arrange them from shortest to longest or longest to shortest. You can make a list and reorder videos manually, use a spreadsheet to organize their lengths, or use YTSort, a free browser tool that reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. [^1]

| Option | How it orders videos | Cost or fee | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper list or sticky note | You rank titles by duration by hand. | Not published. | Keep each title beside its duration. |
| Spreadsheet | You record durations and arrange the entries by length. | Not published. | Check the chosen spreadsheet's current features and cost. |
| Manual playlist editing | You change the video positions yourself. | Not published. | Check the playlist's editing controls and review the final order. |
| YTSort | Reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. [^1] | Free; all install options include the same features. [^1] | The extension needs Chrome or Edge. The script version works in any browser, including Firefox, with Tampermonkey, Violentmonkey, or Greasemonkey installed. [^1] |

## What you need before you start

Sorting class videos by duration can help yoga teachers organize a collection of recorded classes before planning a session, sharing a playlist, or deciding what to teach next. Start by gathering the videos you want to arrange and deciding whether shorter or longer classes should appear first.

- **A YouTube playlist you own.** If you want to change the playlist itself, make sure it belongs to your account. If the videos are in someone else's playlist, consider making your own playlist or keeping a separate written list.
- **Video lengths.** Check the displayed duration of each class. Include the full set of videos you want to organize, rather than relying on the videos currently visible on the screen.
- **A reason for the order.** Shorter classes may be easier to review when planning a brief practice, while longer classes may be useful when preparing a full session. Choose an order that supports the task at hand.
- **A place to record the order.** A paper list, spreadsheet, or playlist can hold the final arrangement. Keep titles beside their durations so videos are easy to identify.
- **A browser if you want automatic sorting.** YTSort is a free browser tool that reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. [^1]

Before changing the playlist, decide whether the videos can be freely reordered. A planned yoga sequence may depend on a particular progression, so duration should not be the only consideration when class order matters.

## Step by step

These steps work whether you organize videos by hand, use a spreadsheet, or choose a browser tool. The aim is to make the duration-based order clear without losing track of how the classes relate to one another.

1. **Open the collection of class videos.** Find the YouTube playlist or list that contains the yoga videos you want to organize. Confirm that you can edit the playlist if you intend to change its actual order.

2. **Decide which direction to use.** Choose shortest to longest if brief classes should come first. Choose longest to shortest if longer sessions should be at the top. Decide this before moving any videos.

3. **Record the titles and durations.** Write down each video's title and displayed length. Keeping the two together helps prevent mistakes when several classes have similar names.

4. **Review the teaching sequence.** Identify classes that need to remain near one another because of their role in a planned practice. For example, if a particular warm-up should precede a later class, decide whether those videos need to stay together before applying a duration-based order.

5. **Rank the videos by length.** Arrange the recorded list from shortest to longest or longest to shortest. If working in a spreadsheet, use the duration information to create the order. If working on paper, compare the lengths and rewrite the list in the chosen sequence.

6. **Decide where longer or shorter exceptions belong.** Some classes may need to remain in a particular place for teaching reasons. Record these decisions before applying the new order, so the final playlist remains useful for its intended purpose.

7. **Check the proposed arrangement.** Read the titles and durations from top to bottom. Confirm that the intended direction is consistent and that the sequence still makes sense for the type of yoga practice being planned.

8. **Apply the new order.** Reorder the videos manually or use a tool that can change the order of a playlist you own. YTSort reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. [^1]

9. **Verify the result.** Check the playlist after sorting to make sure the videos appear in the intended order. YTSort reads the playlist back from YouTube after sorting and reapplies moves that did not stick. [^1]

10. **Review the playlist when plans change.** A collection arranged for short practice sessions may not serve the same purpose as a collection arranged for longer classes. Revisit the order when the intended use changes.

## Tools that can do it

You do not need software to arrange yoga class videos by duration. The choice depends on whether you want to keep a separate record or change the order of a YouTube playlist.

**Paper list or sticky note.** Record each video title and its duration, then rank the entries by hand. This gives you a visible list to consult while planning classes. The cost depends on the supplies already available to you, and no specific price information is provided here.

**A spreadsheet.** Put the video title in one column and its duration in another, then arrange the rows by duration. This can make a long list easier to review before you change a playlist. Details about particular spreadsheet products, their costs, and their current features are not provided here, so check the relevant product information before choosing one.

**Manual playlist editing.** You can arrange videos directly in a playlist you own. This keeps the order in the playlist itself, but the work involves changing the video positions yourself. Check the playlist's available editing controls before starting.

**YTSort.** YTSort is made by the team that publishes this site. It is a free browser tool that reorders a YouTube playlist you own by video length, shortest or longest first. [^1] It sorts the full playlist rather than only the videos loaded on screen. [^1]

YTSort can show the proposed order before applying it, which gives you a chance to review the arrangement first. [^1] It can also sort videos within a chosen length range and move the remaining videos to the end. [^1] For planning and record keeping, it shows the total, average, shortest, and longest video durations for the playlist. [^1] It can export each video's position, title, duration, and URL to a CSV file, which can be opened in compatible spreadsheet software. [^1]

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

Before choosing a method, consider whether the goal is to maintain a separate planning list or to change the actual playlist. Check any tool's current requirements and details before installing it.

## Common mistakes to avoid

**Sorting by duration without checking the teaching plan.** A short class does not necessarily belong at the beginning of a planned sequence. Review the relationship between classes before applying a new order.

**Leaving videos out of the list.** If the written list includes only some of the videos, the proposed order may not match the complete collection. Check the playlist from beginning to end before sorting. YTSort sorts the full playlist, not just the videos loaded on screen. [^1]

**Mixing up similar titles.** Two yoga classes may have titles that look alike. Record the duration beside each title and check both before moving a video.

**Choosing the wrong direction.** Shortest first and longest first produce different arrangements. Confirm the intended direction before applying the order.

**Applying changes without reviewing them.** Look at the proposed arrangement first when the chosen method allows it. YTSort shows the before and after order so it can be checked before changes are applied. [^1]

**Forgetting to check the final playlist.** After changing the order, confirm that the result matches the intended arrangement. If teaching plans change, review the playlist again rather than assuming the previous order still works.

**Choosing a tool before checking its requirements.** Browser tools may have different installation needs. YTSort offers a bookmark, a browser script, and a Chrome Web Store extension. [^1] Check which option is compatible with the browser available on the device.

## Things to check before you choose

Before settling on a method, consider what the finished list needs to do for the yoga teaching workflow.

- **Playlist ownership:** Confirm that the playlist can be edited if the aim is to change the order on YouTube.
- **Duration direction:** Decide whether shorter or longer classes should appear first.
- **Teaching order:** Check whether any classes need to stay together or follow a particular progression.
- **Coverage:** Check whether the method includes every video in the playlist rather than only the entries currently visible.
- **Review before changes:** Consider whether seeing the proposed order before applying it would help prevent mistakes.
- **Records for planning:** If class lengths are useful for scheduling, consider whether a list of titles and durations is enough or whether total and average duration information would also help.
- **Browser compatibility:** Check the requirements for the chosen tool before installing or running it.

YTSort provides a before-and-after view, sorts the full playlist, and shows playlist duration statistics. [^1] [^1] [^1] Whether those features meet a particular planning need depends on how the videos will be used.

## Frequently asked questions

### How can yoga teachers sort class videos by duration?

Gather the class videos in a list, record each title and duration, and arrange the entries from shortest to longest or longest to shortest. Review the order before changing the playlist, especially if the classes belong to a planned teaching sequence. A paper list or spreadsheet can help organize the information, while YTSort can reorder a YouTube playlist you own by video length. [^1]

### Can YTSort sort a YouTube playlist from shortest to longest?

Yes. 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 currently loaded on screen. [^1] Before applying the new order, consider whether any classes need to remain together for teaching reasons, then review the proposed arrangement.

### Can YTSort show the new playlist order before applying it?

Yes. YTSort shows the before and after order so the proposed arrangement can be checked before it is applied. [^1] This is useful when a playlist contains classes that need to follow a particular progression. Review the titles and durations before committing to the new order, and check the playlist again after sorting.

### Does YTSort sort every video in a playlist?

YTSort sorts the full playlist, not just the videos loaded on screen. [^1] After sorting, it reads the playlist back from YouTube and reapplies moves that did not stick. [^1] These features help when arranging a long collection of yoga classes. The final order should still be reviewed to confirm that it supports the intended teaching plan.

### Which browsers support YTSort?

The YTSort extension needs Chrome or Edge. The script version works in any browser, including Firefox, when Tampermonkey, Violentmonkey, or Greasemonkey is installed. [^1] YTSort is also available as a bookmark that runs it. [^1] Check the installation requirements for the option being considered and confirm that the chosen browser is compatible before getting started.

### Is YTSort free for yoga teachers?

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] The available options are a bookmark, a browser script, and a Chrome Web Store extension. [^1] Check the browser requirements for the chosen option before installing or running it.

### Can YTSort sort only yoga videos within a certain duration?

YTSort can sort only videos within a chosen length range and move the remaining videos to the end. [^1] This can help when the immediate task is to arrange classes within a particular duration range while keeping other videos in the playlist. Review the resulting order to make sure the placement of the remaining classes still makes sense for the planned practice.

YTSort is free; all install options include the same features. [^1] - [Visit YTSort](/go/start-ytsort)

## Sources

[^1]: YTSort's own description of itself (the product of this site's publisher) (/go/start-ytsort)