YouTube Adds Fun Animations When You Like a Video
▼ Summary
– YouTube has introduced a new animated like button on select videos that rewards engagement with brief animations.
– The feature was first announced in mid-October alongside UI changes to improve platform navigation.
– There are 20 different animations customized to match the genre of the video being watched.
– Examples include a spinning tire for car videos and a shining light bulb for educational content.
– Andreas Storm has shared videos on X showcasing all 20 animations, as spotted by Android Authority.
YouTube is now rewarding viewers with playful animations when they click the ‘like’ button on certain videos. This new feature, which began rolling out in mid-October alongside other user interface improvements, aims to make the platform more engaging and visually dynamic. Instead of a simple thumbs-up, users are treated to a brief, themed animation that corresponds to the video’s content.
Currently, there are twenty distinct animations tailored to specific video genres. For example, watching a clip about automobiles might trigger a spinning, smoking tire effect, while an educational video could transform the like button into a glowing light bulb. This customization adds a layer of fun and personalization to the simple act of liking content.
For those eager to see the full collection without browsing numerous categories, Andreas Storm has conveniently compiled all twenty animations into two short videos shared on X. This compilation, highlighted by Android Authority, showcases the variety of effects available. While animations exist for popular categories like dog and cat videos, fans of cute baby clips might be disappointed to find there isn’t a dedicated animation for that genre just yet.
(Source: The Verge)
