YouTube is a treasure trove of information – you can find just about anything on there. But it’s also a great place for entertainment, especially if you know the right hacks. In this blog post, we will share some YouTube hacks that you probably didn’t know about. From creating GIFs to downloading thumbnail images, we have got you covered! So sit back, relax, and enjoy learning all about these fun YouTube hacks.
Do you know what YouTube is?
YouTube is a video sharing website where users can upload, view, and share videos. It was created in 2005 by three former PayPal employees and has since become the world’s second most popular website.
Have Some Fun Doing Karaoke
If you’re looking for a little bit of fun, why not try out karaoke? YouTube has a ton of karaoke videos to choose from, so you’re sure to find something that will suit your taste. There are even some celebrity karaoke videos for you to enjoy!
There Are Easter Eggs
YouTube is known for its hidden Easter eggs – there are all sorts of secret features and surprises waiting to be discovered. If you want to see what we mean, then check out this article on 15 YouTube Easter eggs that you need to know about.
Videos Can Be Played In Slow Motion
If you want to slow down the action, YouTube has got you covered. Just hit the “Settings” menu and then select the “Speed” option. From there, you can choose between normal speed, half speed, quarter speed, and eighth speed.
Users Can Link To A Specific Time In A Video
If you want to share a specific moment in a video with your friends, YouTube makes it easy for you. Just copy and paste the URL of the video and add “#t=XmYsZ” (where X is the number of minutes, Y is the number of seconds, and Z is the number of milliseconds). So for example, if you wanted to share the moment at the beginning of a video where the singer starts singing, you would use “#t=0m30s”.
Gifs Can Be Made
YouTube isn’t just for videos – you can also create GIFs from your favorite YouTube clips. Just go to Giphy and search for the video that you want to turn into a GIF. From there, you can choose between six different speeds and three different sizes.
Background Music Can Be Identified
If you want to add some background music to your video, but don’t know what it is, YouTube can help. Just hit the “Settings” menu and then select the “Audio” option. From there, you can see a list of all the songs that are used in the video. For example, if you need to find a song about spies, then you should search for “locate someone’s iPhone” and YouTube will offer you song suggestions.
Users Can Make Custom URLs
If you want to share a specific video with your friends, you can make it easy for them by creating a custom URL. Just go to YouTube and enter “youtu.be/XmYsZ” (where X is the number of minutes, Y is the number of seconds, and Z is the number of milliseconds). So for example, if you wanted to share the moment at the beginning of a video where the singer starts singing, you would use “youtu.be/0m30s”.
Viewers Can Change The Quality Of The Video
If you’re watching a low quality video and would like to see it in high definition, YouTube makes it easy for you to do so. Just hit the “Settings” menu and then select the “Quality” option. From there, you can choose between high definition and standard definition.
Navigate YouTube with keyboard shortcuts
If you’re feeling lazy (or your hands are busy), you can navigate YouTube using keyboard shortcuts. Just go to Settings and select the “Keyboard Shortcuts” option. From there, you can see a list of all the different shortcuts that are available.
Download the thumbnail image of the video
When you’re watching a video on YouTube, it’s often helpful to have a small thumbnail image next to it so that you know what it is about. But did you know that you can download these images? Just hit the “Settings” menu and then select the “Thumbnail Size” option. From there, you can choose between normal size, medium size, or large size.
Create a GIF from a YouTube video
If you want to create a GIF from a YouTube video, it’s surprisingly easy to do. Just go to Giphy and search for the video that you want to turn into a GIF. From there, you can choose between six different speeds and three different sizes.
See the transcript of a video
If you’re hard of hearing or just want to read along with the lyrics, YouTube has got you covered. Just hit the “Settings” menu and then select the “Subtitles/CC” option. From there, you can choose between English subtitles, Spanish subtitles, or closed captions.
Conclusion
So there you have it – a dozen different YouTube hacks that you probably didn’t know about. Now get out there and start experimenting!
