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Tired of Vertical Videos? Discover the Relaxing Way to Watch YouTube Shorts in Landscape!
YouTube Shorts now lets people watch videos in landscape mode using the “Rotate Shorts” feature in the YouTube app. This option helps if you want a wider viewing area instead of holding your phone upright. By turning on “Rotate Shorts,” you can see Shorts in horizontal layout, with all controls just shifted to the side, and a playback bar below.
Steps to Watch YouTube Shorts in Landscape Mode
- Update your YouTube app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Open the YouTube app.
- Tap “You” at the bottom right, then tap the “Settings” icon.
- Go to “Accessibility.”
- Turn on the ‘Rotate Shorts’ switch.
- Make sure your phone’s auto-rotate setting is enabled.
Now, when you play a Short and turn your phone sideways, the video fills the screen, and key buttons move to the right side for easy tapping. A bar at the bottom lets you jump around in the video.
If ‘Rotate Shorts’ Is Missing
- The feature may not appear on every phone just yet. It works first on newer Google Pixel devices.
- If you use a Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, or another brand and don’t see the switch, update the app anyway. Sometimes, new features come with updates.
- Still no option? Try joining the YouTube beta program. Beta users often get access early and can test new settings before others.
Reasons you might not see the feature yet:
- Rollout is slow, and not all devices get it at once.
- You may need to wait for future updates if your phone isn’t supported yet.
What Changes in Landscape Mode
- The video plays wider instead of tall.
- Like, Comment, and Share buttons slide to the right.
- Skip bar sits at the bottom for fast rewinding or skipping forward.
A Few Extra Tips
- Always keep your YouTube app updated for new features.
- If beta testing, read instructions carefully before joining.
- Enable auto-rotate on your phone, or Shorts won’t flip sideways.
Why Try This Feature?
- Watching wide videos feels more relaxing in bed or on a couch.
- Landscape mode lets you see more detail in videos.
Landscape mode makes the YouTube Shorts experience more flexible for everyone. For now, not every phone will have the option, but it’s spreading fast. Enjoy a more comfortable way to watch!