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Built a Mac app to add sidebars to videos, like YC does on YouTube

Built a Mac app to add sidebars to videos, like YC does on YouTube

by diongeorge·Feb 16, 2026·4 points·1 comment
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The Take

Recreates YC's right-hand chapter UI and bakes it into an exportable video workflow — drag in clips, write or AI-generate sidebar sections, then render a single video with the sidebar burned in. Clever shortcut for creators who want that specific branded look quickly; the kicker will be cross-platform support and export fidelity compared to full video editors.

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Productivity
Target Audience

YouTubers and video creators, indie makers and founders who want a YC-style sidebar aesthetic

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