Playing YouTube videos in the background on your Android device can be a bit tricky, but don't worry, I've got you covered.
YouTube doesn't allow background playback by default, but you can use the YouTube app's built-in feature to continue playing videos in the background.
To do this, you'll need to enable the "Background playback" feature in your YouTube app settings.
This feature allows you to play videos in the background, but you won't be able to control them directly from the YouTube app.
Enabling Background Playback
To enable background playback, you'll need to switch to your lock screen after reloading the YouTube page in desktop mode.
The easiest way to do this is to simply hit the power button.
Here's an interesting read: Youtube U N B L O C K
Picture-in-Picture Mode
If you want to play YouTube videos in the background on your Android device, you'll need to use the Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode.
PiP mode is available on Android smartphones running Android 8.0 Oreo and later, so make sure your device meets this requirement.
Intriguing read: What Is Incognito Mode Youtube
To use PiP, you'll need to enable it within the YouTube app. This can be done by going to Settings > Apps > YouTube, and then switching the toggle on for Picture-in-picture.
You can also use the following steps to enable PiP: Open Settings, tap Apps, scroll through the list of apps, and tap YouTube when you see it. Then, select Picture-in-picture at the bottom and switch the toggle on to enable it.
To use PiP, start playing a video within the YouTube app, and then press the home button. The YouTube video will appear in a small window on your screen, which you can move around with your finger.
If you're a YouTube Premium member, you'll also be able to use PiP mode for videos that contain music content. However, you'll need to have the latest version of YouTube installed on your device.
Here are the steps to use PiP mode:
- Play the video through the YouTube app.
- Return to the Home Screen to force the app into Picture in Picture mode. You should see a small version of the video floating above your other apps.
- As the video plays, open Control Center by swiping down from the top of the screen, but don't touch any buttons yet. The video should pause automatically.
- With Control Center still open, use the playback controls there to resume the video.
- Lock your device. The YouTube video should now be playing in the background.
Conclusion
In conclusion, playing YouTube in the background on Android is now a seamless experience thanks to the introduction of Picture-in-Picture mode.
You can enable this feature by going to Settings, then Display, and finally, Advanced, to find the "Picture-in-Picture" option.
This mode allows you to minimize YouTube videos to a small floating window, making it easy to multitask while still enjoying your favorite content.
The YouTube app also supports background playback, which means you can continue listening to music or videos even when the app is closed.
By using these features, you can customize your YouTube experience to fit your needs and preferences.
Featured Images: pexels.com
