YouTube Music introduces ‘Speed Dial’ for quick access to your favorite tracks- All the details
Google has launched a new feature called Speed Dial for YouTube Music, aimed at giving users quick access to their favorite and frequently played songs. This update improves the previous Listen Again menu, providing a more streamlined experience. First announced in 2023, this feature is now available to all users.
YouTube Music speed dial: Convenient access to frequently played songs
Speed Dial is located in the Home section of the YouTube Music app. It shows the top nine songs the user has listened to, with the option to swipe and view nine additional songs. These selections come from listening history and songs the user has marked as favorites.
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Unlike the previous Listen Again feature, which presented songs in list or card form, requiring multiple swipes to access additional tracks, Speed Dial has simplified the interface. It displays more songs on one screen, allowing for easier navigation.
Speed Dial is now available globally on the YouTube Music app for both Android and iOS devices. However, Google has not provided information about its availability on the web version of the service.
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User interface improvements Improve usability
In addition to the Speed Dial feature, the YouTube Music app has undergone several user interface updates. The three-dot menu options have been resized to improve usability, especially on larger screens, facilitating one-handed navigation. Other user interface elements have also had minor updates, including a quick option to connect to external speakers.
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While these user interface improvements may not be as significant as the introduction of Speed Dial, they contribute to the ongoing improvements to the YouTube Music app. The combination of these updates and the affordability of YouTube Premium has contributed to YouTube Music’s growing popularity as it competes with services like Spotify.