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YouTube’s default behavior is to stop playing as soon as you leave the app or turn off the screen on your Android device. However, with the help of a few tricks, you can keep YouTube playing in the background on an Android device too. Here are a few ways to do it:
1. YouTube Premium: If you have a YouTube Premium subscription, you can easily keep YouTube playing in the background. Simply open YouTube, start the video you want to watch, and then switch to another app or turn off the screen. The audio will continue playing in the background.
2. Using Your Browser: Open the YouTube website in your mobile browser and then find the video that you want to watch. Play the video, and then switch to another tab or minimize the browser. The audio will continue playing even when the browser is in the background.
3. Third-Party Applications: There are several third-party apps on the Google Play store that allow you to play YouTube videos in the background. Some of the popular ones are YouTube Vanced, Floatube, and NewPipe. Simply install any one of these apps, find the video you want to watch, and then play it. The video will play in the background even when the app is closed.
These are some of the ways you can keep YouTube playing in the background on an Android device. However, it is important to remember that playing videos in the background can consume more battery and may not be available in all regions.
How can I play YouTube in the background on Android?
How do I keep YouTube from playing in the background?
By default, YouTube will continue to play audio even after you switch to another app or lock your phone. However, you can disable this feature by using a web browser instead of the YouTube app and enabling "Desktop mode" in the browser’s settings. This will prevent the video from playing in the background and will pause it when you switch to another tab or close the browser. Alternatively, if you have an Android phone, you can download YouTube Vanced, a third-party app that lets you play videos in the background and has other useful features such as ad-blocking. However, keep in mind that using these methods may violate YouTube’s terms of service, so proceed at your own risk.
How to play YouTube in background Android while using other apps?
Sometimes you may want to play a video on YouTube without having to keep the app open on your Android device. To achieve this, you can try a few workarounds.
One method is to use a web browser instead of the YouTube app. Simply open your web browser and go to the YouTube website. Find the video you want to play and start it. Then, simply minimize the browser or switch to another app – the audio should continue playing in the background.
Another method involves using a third-party app. There are several apps available on the Google Play Store that allow you to play YouTube in the background while using other apps. Examples of such apps are NewPipe and YouTube Vanced. These apps enable you to stream YouTube videos, and the audio will keep playing even when you switch to a different app depending on the device and version of the app.
Both of these methods should allow you to play YouTube videos in the background on your Android device while using other apps.
How do I play YouTube in the background on my Android lock screen?
Many Android devices have the feature to play YouTube videos in the background while other apps are in use or when the device’s screen is locked. However, this feature isn’t available for free on the official YouTube app for Android. Fortunately, there are a few ways to enable this feature using third-party apps.
One easy solution is to use the Google Chrome browser on your Android device to play YouTube videos. Simply open Chrome and navigate to the YouTube website. Then, find the desired video and start playing it. Next, lock your device’s screen, and the audio from the video should continue playing in the background.
Another option is to download a third-party app that enables background playback for YouTube, such as the "Float Tube – Floating Player" app. Install the app from the Google Play Store, and open it to search for and access the desired YouTube video. Once you start playing the video, it will automatically display as a floating bubble on your screen. You can then continue using your device or lock the screen while the video continues playing in the background.
It’s important to note that using third-party apps for playing YouTube videos may violate YouTube’s terms of service and pose potential security risks. It’s always best to use caution and research any third-party app before installing it.
Why won’t YouTube play in the background Android?
One of the reasons why YouTube won’t play in the background on Android is because the YouTube app is designed to pause playback whenever it is minimized or the screen is turned off. This is a feature built into the app to prevent excessive data usage and improve battery life.
However, there are a few workarounds that allow you to play YouTube in the background on Android. One of the easiest ways is to use a third-party app that enables background playback. Another option is to use a web browser like Google Chrome to play YouTube videos, as they can continue playing in the background even when the browser is closed. Alternatively, you can use YouTube Premium, a paid service offered by Google, which allows you to play videos in the background and without ads.
How do I keep YouTube playing while using other apps?
As of now, YouTube does not allow playing videos in the background while using other apps. However, there are some workarounds that can help you achieve this functionality. One way is to use the picture-in-picture mode. If you have an Android device running Android 8.0 or higher, you can play YouTube videos in the picture-in-picture mode. To do this, start playing a video on YouTube, then press the home button. The video will continue to play in a small window on your screen, even if you open other apps.
Another option is to use a third-party app such as YouTube Vanced or NewPipe. These apps allow you to play YouTube videos in the background, as well as offer ad-free viewing experience. Keep in mind that using third-party apps to access YouTube may violate its terms of service.
Lastly, YouTube Premium subscription allows you to play videos in the background while using other apps on both iOS and Android. To do so, start playing a video on YouTube, then simply exit the app. The video will continue to play in the background.
How do I keep YouTube playing while looking at other apps?
If you want to keep watching YouTube videos even while looking at other apps on your mobile device, there are a few methods you can use. One way is to use the YouTube app’s picture-in-picture (PiP) feature, if your device supports it. Simply start playing a video on the YouTube app, then swipe up to leave the app. The video will continue playing in a small, movable window that can be resized or dragged to different parts of the screen, allowing you to look at other apps while still watching your video.
Another method is to use YouTube in a web browser instead of the app. If you use a mobile browser that supports tabbed browsing, such as Chrome or Safari, you can open a new tab to play the YouTube video, then switch back to your other tabs to browse other apps while the video continues to play in the background.
Note that in some cases, the PiP feature or background playback may not be available depending on the type of video or the restrictions imposed by content creators.
How do I make YouTube go in the corner of my screen?
To make YouTube go in the corner of your screen, you can use the Picture-in-Picture (PiP) feature available on certain web browsers and operating systems.
On Google Chrome, navigate to the YouTube video you want to watch and right-click on the video player. Choose "Picture in Picture" from the contextual menu that appears. The YouTube video will then detach from the page and float in a small window that you can move around and reposition on your screen.
On Safari, click on the PiP button available on the video player when you hover over a YouTube video. This will allow you to detach the video player and move it anywhere on your computer screen.
With the PiP feature on your operating system, you can also adjust the video player’s size, mute, or play and pause the video without having to click through to the YouTube page. To exit the PiP mode, just click on the X button placed in the top corner of the video player.