YouTube, the popular video-sharing digital platform, has always had a social aspect to it. However, it’s about to get a lot more interactive. Two days ago, the platform **[announced](https://youtube-creators.googleblog.com/2016/09/youtube-community-goes-beyond-video.html)** the addition of a brand new feature specifically designed to bridge the gap between content creators and their fans. Dubbed as YouTube “Community,” this feature promises to revolutionize the way users interact with the platform, akin to a Facebook News Feed exclusively for videos.
In the words of YouTube itself: “Now you can do things like text, live videos, images, animated GIFs and more, giving you easier, lightweight ways to engage with your fans more often in between uploads, in real time. Viewers will be able to see your posts in the Subscriptions feed on their phones. They can also opt into getting a notification anytime you post.”
The image above showcases what users can expect from the YouTube Community feature. It might seem like a basic addition when compared with other social media networks, but this is a significant move for YouTube. It not only allows creators to reach their audience in a multitude of ways but also lets fans engage with the creators’ content beyond just the comments section.
Currently in its beta phase, YouTube Community is being tested by a selected group of popular content creators, renowned for bringing diversity to the platform. This elite group includes The Key of Awesome, Threadbanger, John & Hank Green, AsapSCIENCE, and The Game Theorists. These influencers are instrumental in shaping the feature, tailoring it to suit the needs of the vast YouTube community.
By taking this major step, YouTube is streamlining its user experience to be more interactive and, importantly, more social. It provides both creators and viewers with more opportunities for interaction, thus promoting a vibrant, responsive, and inclusive YouTube community.
This dynamic feature signals YouTube’s commitment to its diverse community, constantly evolving to adapt to user needs and preferences. We’re eager to see how this YouTube “Community” feature unfolds and enhances the way we consume and create content on this ubiquitous video platform. Stay tuned for future updates on this exciting development as it rolls out to more users.
Paul Balo is the founder of TechBooky and a highly skilled wireless communications professional with a strong background in cloud computing, offering extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing wireless communication systems.
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