It can be frustrating when familiar features suddenly go missing on websites and apps. One such occurrence that has left some YouTube users puzzled is the disappearance of the shuffle button on YouTube’s web interface and mobile apps. What is the Shuffle Button? The shuffle button allows YouTube users to play videos in their playlist or queue in a random order instead of sequentially. When enabled, the shuffle feature prevents videos from playing in the same order every time, creating variety and serendipitous juxtapositions in your watching experience. The shuffle button is usually located right next to the repeat button…
Author: Phillip Gilles
The shuffle feature for YouTube playlists often feels like it’s not random at all. Songs seem to play in the same few orders over and over again. This can be frustrating for YouTube users who want more variety from the shuffle algorithm. What Causes the YouTube Playlist Shuffle Problem? YouTube’s shuffle algorithm is designed to avoid repeats. So when you have a small playlist, the shuffle will cycle through those songs in a predictable pattern to avoid playing any song twice before playing through the whole list. This can make the shuffle feel less random. In addition, YouTube’s shuffle takes…
If you’ve created playlists for your favorite music on YouTube or other streaming services and want to access them directly on your phone, it’s easy to find and play them. Here are some tips for locating playlists you’ve made no matter what phone or music app you’re using. Check the Playlists Tab in Your Music App Most music apps like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, etc. have a “Playlists” tab or section where you can find playlists you’ve created or followed. Open your music app and look for this tab – it’s usually along the bottom or in the Library…
A common issue that many Youtube users face is encountering glitches with their playlists, resulting in videos being unplayable, playlists not loading properly, or strange behavior when trying to edit playlists. This can be frustrating, but there are usually some simple fixes to try that will resolve the problem. Videos Not Playing in Playlist One of the most common Youtube playlist issues is when some or all of the videos in a playlist won’t play properly. Often you’ll click on a video and instead of playing it will display an error message. There are a few potential reasons for this:…
If you notice that some or all of your playlists are missing from the YouTube app, don’t worry – there are a few things you can try to restore access to your playlists. Usually this is just a minor technical issue that can be easily fixed. Check your internet connection One of the most common reasons playlists may not show up properly is an unstable or slow internet connection. YouTube requires a reasonably fast, steady connection to sync your account data and populate your playlists. Try disconnecting from the internet completely, turning on airplane mode for 30 seconds, then reconnecting…
If you find that one of your private YouTube playlists has been unexpectedly removed, there are a few potential reasons why this may have occurred. YouTube may have deleted the playlist due to a terms of service violation, the playlist may have been hacked and deleted by someone else, or there may have been a technical glitch that caused the playlist to disappear. Unfortunately, there is usually no way to recover a deleted private playlist. Why Would YouTube Delete a Private Playlist? YouTube may delete a private playlist if the content violates their terms of service or community guidelines. Some…
If you find that one of your YouTube playlists has been removed due to allegations of hate speech, it can be confusing and frustrating. YouTube has community guidelines that prohibit hate speech, and they enforce these rules by removing videos or entire playlists that violate them. Getting a playlist taken down unexpectedly can leave you wondering what happened and what to do next. Here is some guidance on what it means when your playlist is removed for hate speech, and steps you can take in response. What constitutes hate speech on YouTube? YouTube’s hate speech policy prohibits content that promotes…
If your Youtube playlist is not working in 2023, there are a few quick things you can try to get it playing again. First, make sure you are using the latest version of the Youtube app and refresh the page. Playlists may stop working if there is an app update available. Also check your internet connection and try loading the playlist on a different device. Restarting your router can help if it is a network issue. In most cases, Youtube playlists not working is a temporary glitch that resolves in a few minutes. Verify Your Internet Connection One of the…
If your Youtube playlist is not automatically playing the next video, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can take to get autoplay working again. The most common reasons a playlist won’t autoplay are that autoplay is disabled in your account settings, you’re using an unsupported browser, or there’s a technical issue with the playlist itself. Check Your Youtube Autoplay Settings The first thing to check is whether you have autoplay enabled in your Youtube account settings. Here’s how: Go to Youtube and click on your profile icon in the top right corner. Select “Settings” from the drop down menu.…
The ‘Youtube my playlist history’ feature allows users to view all the videos they have added to playlists in the past. This history can help jog your memory on videos you’ve previously enjoyed and want to watch again or share with others. Finding your Youtube playlist history Your full playlist history can be accessed in just a few clicks on both desktop and mobile: On desktop, click on your profile icon in the top right corner and select “Playlists” from the dropdown menu. This will bring you to your Playlists page. On mobile, tap on your profile icon in the…