Block "From Your Watch Later Playlist"

[SuperTRev16]

⚬ PROBLEM:
YouTube often adds videos to your homepage that are "from your watch later playlist".
But the homepage is for discovery of new videos, not a reminder that you have bookmarked videos.

⚬ SOLUTION:
Create a feature that gives us the ability to somehow block the addition of these videos to our home feed.

⚬ RELEVANCE / SCOPE:
YouTube Homepage

⚬ "SIDE EFFECTS":
Unfortunately a basic block would probably create empty gaps in the feed, where that video used to be.
That's no good. It would be ideal for the YouTube system to be told not to show these videos, so that the correct "new" videos can be put in those spots, where the unwanted videos would have been.

[zshubaily]

- [ ] Suggestions:

• User Feedback Integration:

1. Beta Testing: Roll out the feature as a beta option to gather user feedback and make iterative improvements based on real-world usage.
2. Surveys and Polls: Conduct surveys to understand how users utilize the "Watch Later" playlist and their preferences regarding homepage recommendations.

• Customization Options:

1. Granular Controls: Offer more detailed settings, such as excluding only specific types of playlists or setting preferences for different content categories.
2. Profile-Based Settings: Allow individual user profiles to have personalized settings, catering to diverse viewing habits within the same account.

-Enhanced Analytics:

1. Engagement Metrics: Monitor how the exclusion of "Watch Later" videos affects overall user engagement and satisfaction.
2. Recommendation Effectiveness: Assess whether the new recommendations are meeting user expectations for content discovery.

• Accessibility Considerations:

1. Inclusive Design: Ensure that any new settings or features are accessible to all users, including those using assistive technologies.
2. Clear Instructions: Provide clear, concise instructions on how to use the new feature, accommodating users with varying levels of technical expertise.

• Potential for Additional Playlist Management Features:

1. Playlist Prioritization: Allow users to prioritize certain playlists over others in their recommendations.
2. Smart Playlists: Introduce AI-driven smart playlists that automatically adjust based on viewing habits and preferences.

⚬ EXAMPLE USER FLOW:

• Accessing Settings:

1. The user navigates to the YouTube settings menu.
2. Select "Homepage Preferences."

• Adjusting Preferences:

1. Toggles the option to exclude "Watch Later" videos from the homepage.
2. Optionally select other playlists to exclude or prioritize.

• Homepage Adjustment:

1. Homepage refreshes to exclude selected playlist videos.
2. New recommendations fill the feed seamlessly without gaps.

• Feedback and Iteration:

1. The user provides feedback on the new feature.
2. YouTube iterates based on user input to refine the feature.

⚬ CONCLUSION:
By implementing a feature that allows users to exclude "Watch Later" playlist videos from their homepage, YouTube can significantly enhance the content discovery experience. This improvement respects the original intent of the homepage, reduces clutter, and empowers users to personalize their viewing experience more effectively. Careful consideration of potential side effects and proactive mitigation strategies will ensure a smooth and beneficial transition for all users.

[SuperTRev16]

• Suggestions:

Why am I getting the feeling that your post was written by chatgpt.

[zshubaily]

I did. But I went through the suggestions myself and they seemed logical. Do you not like the comment? Is there a policy against AI? I'm still fresh here in Github land.

[SuperTRev16]

I did. But I went through the suggestions myself and they seemed logical. Do you not like the comment? Is there a policy against AI? I'm still fresh here in Github land.

Cool. Never comment on my posts ever again, thanks.