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Is YouTube’s Auto Dubbed Audio Ruining Your Videos? Find Out How to Remove It Instantly
YouTube’s auto dubbing feature automatically translates video audio into different languages, aiming to make content accessible for global audiences. While this can be helpful, many viewers find the feature intrusive and prefer to listen to the original audio. Here’s how you can quickly disable auto dubbed audio on YouTube, whether you’re using a mobile device or desktop.
Why Auto Dubbing Matters
- Expands creator reach by offering translated audio tracks in multiple languages.
- Some users find the feature disruptive and want to revert to the original audio.
Steps to Disable Auto Dubbed Audio
On Android and iPhone
- Update your YouTube app to the latest version.
- Open the YouTube app.
- Play a video or Short with auto dubbed audio.
- For regular videos:
- Tap the gear (⚙️) icon at the top right.
- Select “Audio Track.”
- Choose “Original Audio Track.”
- For Shorts:
- Tap the three dots (⁝) at the top right.
- Select “Audio Track.”
- Choose “Original Audio Track.”
On PC or Laptop
- Open YouTube.com in your browser.
- Play a video with auto dubbed audio.
- Click the gear (⚙️) icon in the bottom right menu.
- Select “Audio Track.”
- Choose “Original Audio Track.”
For YouTube Shorts on Desktop
Currently, there’s no direct option to turn off auto dubbed audio for Shorts on the desktop site.
Workaround: Play a long-form video, set the audio track to original, then refresh the Shorts tab. This may reset the audio preference.
Key Points
- The auto dubbing feature is available on Android, iPhone, and desktop.
- Disabling auto dubbing restores the original language audio.
- Some features, like disabling dubbing for Shorts on desktop, may not be fully supported yet.
YouTube’s auto dubbing can enhance accessibility but may disrupt the viewing experience for some users. By following the steps above, you can easily switch back to the original audio and enjoy content as intended.