YouTube Now Offers a 'Hide' Feature for End Screens for a Cleaner Viewing Experience! 🤔

Hello everyone! Today, I want to share some exciting YouTube news with you all. YouTube has recently unveiled a new update designed to make the viewing experience even smoother. Many users have felt that the various pieces of information that appear at the end of videos can sometimes be distracting. Isn't it exciting that users will now be able to control these elements themselves? 😊

End Screens, Now 'Hidden' At Your Command!

YouTube has introduced a new feature that allows users to cleanly hide end screens and suggested videos using a dedicated ‘Hide’ button. This massive video streaming platform, owned by Google, appears to have made this change in recognition that these suggested videos can sometimes be confusing or disruptive for users who want to immerse themselves in the video content. (Based on news from Mumbai, September 25th)

But don't worry! If you wish to see the hidden pop-ups or suggested videos again, you can always select the ‘Show’ option to bring them back. It will appear naturally, much like movie end credits or suggesting the next video. This feature will be particularly beneficial for those who want to maintain focus until the very last moment of a video. 👍

Changes Coming to Desktop Hover-to-Subscribe Buttons Too?

That's not all. This update is also expected to bring changes to the ‘Hover-to-subscribe’ buttons on desktop. Previously, hovering the mouse cursor over the subscribe button allowed immediate subscription selection. Adjustments to this functionality are anticipated. While the exact nature of the changes remains to be seen, YouTube is demonstrating its continuous effort to make the platform more convenient for users in various ways. This information was introduced through a post on the Support Google page by Rob - TeamYouTube.

Impact on Creators?

This update could have a significant impact not only on viewers but also on YouTube creators. Final screen elements inserted at the end of videos often play a crucial role in encouraging channel subscriptions or recommending other videos. If viewers hide end screens using this new feature, creators might need to consider how to compensate for these direct traffic sources. 🤔

For instance, strategies like naturally incorporating mentions of subscriptions or other videos within the video itself, or making the video content so compelling that viewers are motivated to seek out the next content on their own, could become more important. Alternatively, exploring new ideas for how creators can leverage this 'hide' feature to enhance viewer experience even after its introduction would be beneficial.

What Do You Think of the New Feature?

Personally, I believe this update has the potential to significantly enhance the user experience. The ability to neatly hide information that sometimes felt unnecessary and focus more on the video content itself is clearly an attractive aspect. What are your thoughts on YouTube's new feature? Please feel free to share your opinions in the comments below! 👇

I look forward to seeing what other innovative changes YouTube will bring in the future. That's all for today's news. I'll be back with more useful and interesting news next time. Thank you! 🙏