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Short-Form Video Glossary: 18 Essential Terms Defined (2026)
A short-form video glossary defining 18 essential TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts terms — hook, retention, completion rate, drop-off, viral score, and more.
ViralWatch Video Analysis Blog
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Should I Post This Video or Rework It? A Repeatable Decision Framework
A repeatable framework to decide post-now vs rework short-form video: three gates, a decision table, and the one-sentence verdict rule.
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What Is a Good Hook Rate? Benchmarks by Platform (2026)
A good hook rate on short-form video usually lands around 55-75%. See realistic 3-second view rate benchmarks for TikTok, Reels, and Shorts, plus how to improve.
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What Is a Viral Score? How Virality Scoring Works
A viral score is a 0-100 diagnostic that estimates a short-form video's distribution potential. Learn how virality scoring works and what a score should weigh.
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What Is Replay Value in Short-Form Video? (And How to Build It)
Replay value is how often viewers rewatch or loop your short-form video. Learn why replays drive TikTok, Reels, and Shorts reach — plus 7 tactics to build loops.
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What Is a Good Retention Rate on TikTok? (2026 Benchmarks)
Is 38% retention good on TikTok? See realistic retention and completion-rate bands by video length, what counts as good in 2026, and how to fix drop-off.
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