YouTube is a popular video streaming platform that offers a vast library of content. However, one limitation of the YouTube app on iPhone is that it does not allow you to play videos in the background while using other apps or when your screen is locked. This can be frustrating if you want to listen to music or podcasts on YouTube while multitasking or saving battery life. Fortunately, there are methods to get around this restriction and enable background playback on your iPhone. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to let YouTube play on the background of your iPhone.
Step 1: Open the Safari browser on your iPhone.
Step 2: Go to the YouTube website by entering "www.youtube.com" in the address bar.
Step 3: Find the video you want to play in the background and start playing it.
Step 4: Exit the Safari browser by pressing the Home button or swiping up from the bottom of the screen if you have an iPhone X or later.
Step 5: Now, open the Control Center on your iPhone. For iPhones with the home button, swipe up from the bottom of the screen. For iPhones X or later, swipe down from the top-right corner.
Step 6: In the Control Center, you will see the media player controls. You will find the YouTube video that you were playing in the background. Tap on the play button to resume playback.
Step 7: You can now navigate to other apps or lock your screen while the YouTube video continues to play in the background.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| 1. Allows you to listen to YouTube videos in the background while using other apps or locking the screen. | 1. Requires using the Safari browser instead of the YouTube app, which may have different features and navigation. |
| 2. Provides a solution for those who want to listen to music, podcasts, or other audio content on YouTube without interruptions. | 2. Background playback may not be available for all videos on the YouTube website. |
| 3. Works without the need for any third-party apps or modifications to your iPhone. | 3. Playing YouTube videos in the background may use more battery and data compared to regular audio playback. |
Video Tutorial: How do I get YouTube to play in the corner of my iPhone screen?
What iPhone app plays YouTube in background?
One popular iPhone app that allows you to play YouTube videos in the background is "YouTube Premium." This app provides a feature called "Background Play" that enables you to listen to YouTube videos even when you exit the app or lock your iPhone. Here are the steps to play YouTube videos in the background using YouTube Premium:
1. Download and install the YouTube Premium app from the App Store.
2. Open the YouTube Premium app and sign in with your YouTube account.
3. Search for the desired YouTube video that you want to play in the background.
4. Start playing the video and ensure that it is playing without any interruptions.
5. Exit the YouTube Premium app by pressing the home button or swiping up from the bottom of your iPhone’s screen (depending on the iPhone model).
6. The YouTube video will continue playing in the background, allowing you to use other apps or lock your iPhone while still listening to the audio.
Please note that YouTube Premium is a subscription-based service provided by YouTube, so you would need to have an active YouTube Premium subscription to access the background play feature. Additionally, this information is based on the knowledge background of the year 2023, where the latest iPhone models are iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Plus, running on iOS 16.
How do I keep YouTube playing in the corner?
To keep YouTube playing in the corner while using other apps or browsing the web, you can follow these steps on an iPhone running iOS 16:
1. Open the YouTube app on your iPhone. Ensure that you’re signed in to your YouTube account.
2. Find the video you want to watch and start playing it.
3. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access the Control Center. (On iPhones with a home button, swipe up from the bottom. On iPhones without a home button, swipe down from the top-right corner.)
4. In the Control Center, locate the playback controls.
5. Within the playback controls, you should see a thumbnail of the YouTube video you’re currently playing. Tap on that thumbnail to expand it.
6. The video will now detach from the YouTube app and appear in a small, movable overlay window on your screen.
7. You can move this overlay window to any corner of your screen by dragging it with your finger.
8. Now, you can open any other app, browse the web, or even lock your phone while the YouTube video continues playing in the corner.
Please note that this feature may not be available for all YouTube videos, especially those with certain playback restrictions imposed by the video uploader or copyright holders. Also, make sure that your YouTube app is up to date, as features and functionality can change over time.
Remember to comply with YouTube’s terms of service and any applicable copyright laws while using this feature.
How do I keep YouTube playing on my iPhone while using other apps?
To keep YouTube playing on your iPhone while using other apps, you can follow these steps:
1. Launch YouTube: Open the YouTube app on your iPhone. Make sure you have the latest version installed from the App Store.
2. Find the video you want to play: Search for a desired video or browse your subscriptions or playlists to select the video you wish to watch.
3. Start playing the video: Tap on the video thumbnail or title to start playing it.
4. Swipe up to access Control Center: Swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone’s screen to access the Control Center. On some newer iPhone models without a Home button, swipe down from the top-right corner instead.
5. Enable Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode: In the Control Center, locate the small video thumbnail of the YouTube video. Tap on it to enter Picture-in-Picture mode. This will allow the video to continue playing in a floating window while you navigate to other apps.
6. Continue using other apps: Once in Picture-in-Picture mode, you can go back to your home screen or open any other app on your iPhone while the YouTube video continues playing in the floating window.
7. Adjust or close the PiP window: You can resize the Picture-in-Picture window by using pinch-to-zoom gestures or drag it to different parts of your screen. If you want to close the PiP window, simply swipe it off the screen.
It’s important to note that Picture-in-Picture mode might not be available for all YouTube videos, especially if the video content is restricted by the video uploader or violates YouTube’s terms of service.
Overall, by leveraging the Picture-in-Picture feature on your iPhone, you can seamlessly continue watching YouTube videos while simultaneously using other apps, enhancing your multitasking experience.
How do I keep YouTube playing while looking at other apps?
To keep YouTube playing while looking at other apps on your device, you can follow these steps:
1. Enable Picture-in-Picture (PiP) Mode:
– Ensure that your device is running on iOS 14 or later.
– Open the YouTube app and start playing a video.
– Swipe up or press the home button to minimize the YouTube app. The video should now enter PiP mode, appearing as a smaller floating window on your screen. You can move this window around and resize it as per your preference.
2. Use Split Screen or Multitasking:
– Launch YouTube and play a video.
– Swipe up from the bottom of the screen (or press the home button) to go back to the home screen.
– Open the second app you wish to use alongside YouTube.
– Swipe up again to access the App Switcher and locate the YouTube thumbnail.
– Touch and hold the YouTube thumbnail and drag it to the left or right edge of your screen until it splits in half.
– Release to drop it in place, and the second app will appear on the other side.
3. Access YouTube in a Web Browser:
– Open a web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.) on your device.
– Visit the YouTube website (youtube.com).
– Play the desired video on the browser.
– Swipe up (or press the home button) to minimize the browser.
– You can now navigate to other apps while the video continues to play in the background.
It’s important to note that some of these features may vary depending on your device’s model, operating system version, and app updates. Additionally, YouTube Premium subscribers can enjoy background playback within the YouTube app itself.
How do I get YouTube to play while I’m on another app?
To get YouTube to play while you’re on another app, you can follow these steps:
1. Update Your Device: Make sure your device is running the latest version of the operating system (e.g. iOS 16 for iPhone). Updating your device can bring new features and improvements, including multitasking capabilities.
2. Enable Picture-in-Picture (PiP) Mode: On compatible devices, PiP allows you to watch videos while using other apps. To enable PiP on an iPhone running iOS 16, follow these steps:
– Start playing a YouTube video in the YouTube app.
– Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to go home or press the home button to go to the home screen.
– The video should now be playing in a smaller window that you can move around and resize while using other apps.
3. Use Split View: If your device supports split view, you can have YouTube open alongside another app. However, this method may require more screen space and may not work on all devices. To use split view on an iPad running iOS 16, follow these steps:
– Open the YouTube app and start playing a video.
– Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access the App Switcher.
– Drag the YouTube app to the left or right side of the screen until it appears in Split View.
– Open the other app you want to use and it will appear on the other side of the screen.
4. Consider YouTube Premium: YouTube Premium offers additional features, including background play. With a YouTube Premium subscription, you can listen to YouTube videos in the background while using other apps, even if your device doesn’t support PiP or split view.
Please note that the availability of these features may vary depending on the device, operating system version, and YouTube app version. It’s always a good idea to check the latest support documentation or reach out to YouTube support for specific instructions tailored to your device and app version.