YouTube has added a new filter that lets people exclude Shorts videos from their search results. This update is one of many changes to the platform’s advanced search tools that give users more control over how they find videos. YouTube has also changed the names of some of the options in the search menu and removed some of the older filters.
The new feature is a direct response to what users have asked for, especially those who want longer, more in-depth content. Many people have said that they get annoyed when they look for tutorials, documentaries, or in-depth explanations and only find a lot of short videos. This filter gives users more control over their searches, making it easier to find videos of the right length.
Updates to YouTube’s search and filter tools
YouTube is making a big change by adding Shorts as a new type of content to its advanced search menu. Users can now actively choose not to see these short, vertical videos in their search results.
This separation acknowledges that individuals possess diverse motivations for viewing videos while navigating the extensive YouTube library.
The platform’s search bar now uses different words in addition to this new feature. “Sort By” is now “Prioritize.” This might help you understand that its job is to change the order of the results. The “View Count” filter is now called “Popularity.”
YouTube’s algorithms will now look at more than just the number of views to determine how popular and relevant a video is in search results. For instance, they will look at how long people watched.
The update also removes two specific filter options. Users will no longer be able to use the “Upload Date—Last Hour” option to find videos that are more recent. There is also no longer a “Sort by Rating” filter.
People probably took these down because of how they use YouTube and how the site organizes search results. YouTube made these changes to its search tools to help users find what they want more easily and quickly.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information from a publicly available source and is presented for informational purposes only. YouTube reserves the right to change the availability and details of features.
