This paper aims to explore the design of the short video learning APP for the elderly by investigating the acceptance of short video learning by the elderly. Firstly, the basic theory was discussed by using the literature research method, then to investigate the acceptance of short video learning by the elderly was investigated by using the in-depth interview method and questionnaire survey method, and finally, the practical results of “Bingzhu” APP was made usability testing by using the expert survey method. The content of learning and the cost of learning time are the main factors to affect the learning of short videos by the elderly. The elderly who are “unfamiliar with smartphone use” and “poor usability of existing apps” are less receptive to short video learning. By investigating the acceptance of the elderly to the short video learning and analyzing the main factors affecting the acceptance, the main points of the design of the short video learning APP for the elderly are obtained. This method provides a reliable basis for design practice, thus it is of great significance to design a short video learning APP that is more acceptable to the elderly.