The Library tab is where you can find info like History, Your Videos, Purchases, Watch Later, and Playlists. Tapping the channel artwork will take you to that channel. When you open the YouTube Android app and sign in, you’ll land on the Home tab. You can follow the suggested troubleshooting steps to fix these other common errors.

Download the YouTube mobile app

The following types of notifications will not show in the Important notifications card. We’re working to add additional types of notifications to this card in the future. If you've hit the limit, you'll need to free up a slot by removing downloads from unused devices. If you've reached your limit, you'll need to connect to Wi-Fi or purchase more data to download videos.

• In the YouTube app, tap your profile photo Settings Purchases and memberships.
• If you have a Chromecast, Smart TV, or a supported streaming device, you can connect your YouTube app using the Cast button.
• Use the YouTube Studio dashboard to get an overview of your channel analytics, comments and more.
• If you’ve hit the limit, you’ll need to free up a slot by removing downloads from unused devices.
• Learn more about the process and what data is available.
• If you’re having problems playing your YouTube video, try these troubleshooting steps to solve your issue.

In the YouTube app, tap your profile photo Settings Purchases and memberships. You can also find account-related settings and channel info on this page. Tap your profile picture at the bottom right corner to visit your You tab. Learn more about managing your search results. If you have a Chromecast, Smart TV, or a supported streaming device, you can connect your YouTube app using the Cast button.

Restart the YouTube app or reboot your device

The Shorts tab is where you can find short-form video content across YouTube. Learn more about uploading videos and starting live streams. Learn how to connect devices to watch YouTube on TV.

Sign in & out of YouTube

The Notifications tab is where you can find your messages and notifications. If you're a researcher trying to access YouTube data for your academic research, you can apply to YouTube's researcher programme. If you get an error message while watching a video, you can try these possible solutions. If you're having problems playing your YouTube video, try these troubleshooting steps to solve your issue. If you're not sure what your current internet speed is, you can test your speed online.

Troubleshoot problems playing videos

• Try closing the YouTube app or rebooting your device.
• We’re working to add these types of notifications to the card in the future.
• Tapping the channel artwork will take you to that channel.
• If you’re a researcher trying to access YouTube data for your academic research, you can apply to YouTube’s researcher programme.
• Learn more about uploading videos and starting live streams.
• When you open the YouTube Android app and sign in, you’ll land on the Home tab.

If you’re having trouble downloading videos on your internet browser or mobile device, winorio follow the troubleshooting steps below. To start, tap Search , enter what you’re searching for, and then filter the results by videos, channels, or playlists. Tap Create to record a video, start a live stream, or upload videos from your mobile device. Check the settings on your mobile device to ensure you have enabled background data for YouTube. We’re working to add these types of notifications to the card in the future.

Use the YouTube Studio dashboard

Try closing the YouTube app or rebooting your device. Learn more about the process and what data is available.

Check mobile data usage

Once you start watching videos, the Home tab will show you recommended videos based on your preferences and activity on YouTube. Use the YouTube Studio dashboard to get an overview of your channel analytics, comments and more. The Search feature helps you find the videos you want to watch on YouTube.