3 Top YouTube Updates; RoundUp Of Q2, 2024.

Introduction: 

If you’re a top creator on YouTube, some of the challenges you may be facing include deciding what thumbnail is best for a video, understanding what part of your video triggered a monetization issue and being aware of the latest features when it comes to posting your videos!

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Well, you don’t have to wait any further, YouTube recently made some updates to solve all of these issues!

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Quick Overview

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Update 1: Test & Compare Thumbnails

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YouTube thumbnail compare now allows you to test what thumbnails bring your video the highest click-through rates on your long-form video on Youtube 

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Accessible only on computers through the YouTube Studio, this feature is only available to channels with advanced features enabled.

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You may also test thumbnails on live premiere videos after it has been converted to a video, or on your YouTube podcast episodes, However, You are not allowed to test thumbnails on videos that are set as made for kids, or mature audiences, or are in private mode. 

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Update 2: TimeStamp on Yellow Monetization

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YouTube released the timestamp on yellow monetization to help creators better understand where within their content experts found policy violations. 

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Timestamps for yellow icon appeals are provided if your video uses the Self-Certification flow only on a desktop. 

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To learn more, visit the YouTube advertiser-friendly guidelines here.

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Update 3: Posts Feature For More YouTube Creators

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The YouTube posts feature- tested earlier in 2023- that lets you interact with your viewers or YouTube community via polls, images, and animated GIFs- is now available and fully rolled out in more regions and locations. You can now:

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• Poll your audience on what type of video they want to see next
• Tease an upcoming special announcement with a GIF of the best moments
• Show off special behind-the-scenes photos
• Promote your products, book tour, or even tickets for your next concert
• Promote a collaboration video with a fellow creator or give a shoutout to a fan or fellow creator using the @mention

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For channels with channel memberships, you can also create a members-only post to share exclusive content with your channel members

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Conclusion

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YouTube's recent updates have significantly enhanced the tools available to creators, making it easier to optimize your content, understand monetization issues, and engage with audiences. 

You can boost your video's click-through rates, gain clarity on policy violations, and engage your community and audience more easily to promote your content.

However, as a creator, staying ahead of the curve with these updates can be overwhelming.

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