Not necessarily.
Short-form video has become an important content format, but it is not the only way to succeed on social media.
Many businesses generate strong results through a combination of images, carousels, educational content, written posts, customer stories, and video content. The best format depends on your audience, goals, and resources.
That said, video often helps increase reach and visibility because many platforms actively promote video content.
Businesses should view video as one tool within a broader content strategy rather than as a requirement for success.
The goal is creating content that provides value and supports business objectives, regardless of format.