How to test a video hook before posting
Top creators don't post and pray — they pre-test. The 3-step process: score against a retention model, run 3 variant rewrites, pick the highest scorer. Takes under 60 seconds.
Step 1: Score the original
Run your hook through the AI scorer. Anything under 80 means rewrite.
Step 2: Generate 3 variants
Use the rewriter to produce 3 platform-tuned alternatives.
Step 3: Pick the highest scorer
Ship the variant with the highest Viral IQ. Save the others for thumbnail or caption use.
Frequently asked
Can I test a video hook without a script?
Yes — paste just the opening sentence or transcribe the first 5 seconds. The scorer only needs the hook itself.
Does pre-testing actually move views?
Yes. Creators using a pre-publish hook score consistently report 30-80% retention improvements within 4-6 uploads.
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