Key facts
- YouTube Shorts now allows users to double the playback speed of short-form videos.
- The platform has removed the dislike button, replacing it with "Not Interested" and "Don’t recommend this channel" options.
- A heart emoji has replaced the thumb's up button for liking videos.
- A new "Clear Screen mode" will temporarily hide interface icons and text.
- YouTube Shorts averages 200 billion daily views as of June 2025.
YouTube is implementing a series of updates to its Shorts feature aimed at enhancing user experience. Among the key changes is the introduction of a setting that allows users to double the playback speed of short-form videos, enabling them to consume content more quickly or find specific moments faster. The platform has also removed the traditional dislike button, opting instead for "Not Interested" and "Don’t recommend this channel" functions to manage content preferences. Additionally, a heart emoji will now be used for liking videos, and a "Clear Screen mode" will be available to temporarily hide interface elements for an unobstructed viewing experience.