This archive report was first published on 21 June 2020.
Unlocking YouTube's Secrets: 7 Features You Never Knew Existed ¶
Published on June 21, 2020
YouTube, one of the most popular online video sharing platforms, has been a staple of the internet for years. With over 2 billion users worldwide, it's no surprise that many of us have become accustomed to its features. However, there are several lesser-known features that can enhance your viewing experience and help you make the most out of the platform.
One such feature is the ability to create GIFs from YouTube videos. This can be done by typing 'gif' before 'youtube' in the URL of the video you want to create a GIF from. This will take you to gifs.com, where you can edit the video and create a GIF.
Another feature is the ability to save YouTube videos to your desktop. This can be done using a video downloader like VideoHunter, which allows you to download videos from over 1,000 sites, including YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. VideoHunter also allows you to convert downloaded videos to popular formats like MP4, MOV, and AVI.
YouTube also allows users to set the beginning time while sharing a video. This can be done by clicking on the 'SHARE' button and then clicking on the square box beside 'Start at' on the bottom. You can then change the start time of the video by changing the number underlined.
Additionally, YouTube allows users to stream unavailable videos easily by changing their location under their profile. This can be done by clicking on the 'Profile Photo' and then clicking on 'Location' and 'Choose the location' where the video is available.
YouTube also provides the option of private videos, which can be shared with friends through a link. To do this, you need to upload the video and set the visibility to 'Private' under the 'Unlisted' option.
Lastly, YouTube's Partner Program allows creators to monetize their videos through ads. This program is open to creators who have at least 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in the past 12 months.
These are just a few of the lesser-known features of YouTube that can enhance your viewing experience and help you make the most out of the platform.
