YouTube is currently experimenting with a new interface for its Shorts feature, replacing the ‘Dislike’ (thumbs down) button with a ‘Save’ option.
According to Android Authority, YouTube is running this test with a select group of users. Instead of the usual “Dislike” button, participants in the test will now find a “Save” button in its place. The update is being rolled out randomly, unlike YouTube Premium’s experimental features, which require users to opt in.
For users who prefer to express their dislike of a Short, they can still do so by accessing the menu in the top-right corner of the screen and selecting the “Dislike” option from there.
The new “Save” feature allows users to quickly save Shorts they want to watch later. By tapping “Save,” users can choose to add the video to an existing playlist or create a new one.
While the new interface makes it easier to store favorite Shorts, the absence of a prominent Dislike button could lead to fewer negative interactions with content. This might benefit creators by pushing lower-quality videos higher in users' feeds.
This UI change is still in the testing phase, and it remains uncertain whether YouTube will roll it out to all users or revert to the previous design.
Additionally, YouTube recently revealed that creators can now make Shorts up to 3 minutes long. The platform is also reportedly testing a UI update where the “Skip” button on ads is being hidden behind a black rectangle for some users.
According to Android Authority, YouTube is running this test with a select group of users. Instead of the usual “Dislike” button, participants in the test will now find a “Save” button in its place. The update is being rolled out randomly, unlike YouTube Premium’s experimental features, which require users to opt in.
For users who prefer to express their dislike of a Short, they can still do so by accessing the menu in the top-right corner of the screen and selecting the “Dislike” option from there.
The new “Save” feature allows users to quickly save Shorts they want to watch later. By tapping “Save,” users can choose to add the video to an existing playlist or create a new one.
While the new interface makes it easier to store favorite Shorts, the absence of a prominent Dislike button could lead to fewer negative interactions with content. This might benefit creators by pushing lower-quality videos higher in users' feeds.
This UI change is still in the testing phase, and it remains uncertain whether YouTube will roll it out to all users or revert to the previous design.
Additionally, YouTube recently revealed that creators can now make Shorts up to 3 minutes long. The platform is also reportedly testing a UI update where the “Skip” button on ads is being hidden behind a black rectangle for some users.
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