How often do you hear someone say they want to start their own YouTube channel? If you’re thinking about starting a video blog or vlog, then you should definitely consider using some secret features on YouTube. These tools can help you create better-quality videos and get more views. YouTube has become the number one destination for watching videos.
In fact, over 2 billion hours of video are watched every day on the site. This means that if you don’t take advantage of these hidden features, you’re missing out on a huge opportunity to improve your videos and the number of YouTube subscribers vs. views.
YouTube is a video-sharing platform owned by Google. It was launched in 2005 and now boasts over 1 billion users worldwide. With so much competition out there, it’s no wonder that YouTube is constantly evolving its features. Here are some secret YouTube features you may not know about!
Subscribe to Channels
You can subscribe to channels on YouTube to receive notifications when videos are uploaded. For instance, if you’re interested in learning how to play guitar, you can subscribe to a channel called ‘Guitar Lessons’ to receive updates whenever a new lesson is posted.
Watch Videos Offline
You can watch videos offline on your mobile device. Just download the YouTube app onto your phone or tablet, and you can view videos without having an internet connection.
Create Playlists
Playlists allow you to organize your favorite videos together. You can make playlists based on categories like music, comedy, sports, etc.
Share Videos
Share videos with others via email, text message, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, WeChat, Telegram, Skype, Viber, Line, KakaoTalk, Snapchat, Whatsapp, Kik, Tango, or iMessage.
Use Voice Commands
Voice commands let you control YouTube with just your voice. Simply say, “Hey, YouTube, play my favorite song,” and your computer will automatically search for the song and begin playing it.
Add Comments
Add comments to videos to share your thoughts with others. You can also leave feedback for creators.
Download Audio Files
You can also download audio files from YouTube. To do this, click on the “Download” button next to the video you want to save. You can choose MP3, M4A, OGG, AAC, FLAC, WAV, or 3GP formats.
Search Within Videos
Searching within videos lets you quickly find specific parts of a video. Simply type in the word you’re looking for and press enter.
View Related Videos
Related videos feature similar videos. You can browse related videos by category, tag, or keyword.
Slow Down a Video
Sometimes it is useful to slow down or speed up a video on YouTube. Say you’re watching a recording of a sports broadcast and want to slow down the action. This feature is now available in the YouTube mobile app. When watching a video, tap the screen once, then tap the three-button icon in the upper right corner, select “Playback speed,” and choose one of the options.