How do I create a music playlist on YouTube?

Want to organize your favorite songs on YouTube, but don’t know where to start? With over 2 billion monthly active users, YouTube has become one of the world’s largest music streaming platforms, offering free access to millions of tracks. We’ll show you step-by-step how to create and customize your first YouTube playlist, whether for personal use or to share with friends.

Steps for creating a YouTube playlist

Creating a playlist on YouTube is easier than you might think.

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Once you’ve created your playlist, you can easily manage it. Want to change the order of the tracks? Drag and drop titles. Don’t like a song anymore? Click on the three dots next to the title and choose “Remove from playlist”.

A nice touch: if you create a public or unlisted playlist, you can make it collaborative. Your friends can then add their own tracks. Simply activate the “Collaborate” option in the playlist settings.

To find your playlists later, go to YouTube’s “Library” section. They’re all safely tucked away!

But a playlist is more than just a list of videos. For it to truly reflect your tastes and intentions, it’s essential to personalize it and master the accompanying privacy options.

Access your YouTube account

To create a playlist on YouTube, you first need to be logged in to your Google account. If you’re not yet logged in, start by visiting the YouTube website. At the top right of the page, you’ll see a “Login” or “Sign in” button. Press this button.

Then enter the e-mail address or telephone number associated with your Google account, and your password. If you already use services like Gmail, these are the same credentials. And if you’ve activated double authentication, you’ll need to confirm your connection with a code sent to your phone or e-mail.

If you don’t yet have a Google account, don’t panic. Just click on “Create an account” and follow the steps indicated. Once logged in, you’ll have access to all YouTube features, including playlist creation.

Create a new playlist

To create your first playlist, refer to the “Steps to creating a YouTube playlist” section above, which details the complete procedure. Once you’ve completed these steps, you can move on to customizing your playlist.

Customization and confidentiality of playlists

Playlist customization doesn’t stop at the name. Once created, you can modify it as you see fit. Change its description to give more details about its content. Add a beautiful cover image that reflects the mood of your musical selection. You can even rearrange the order of tracks by dragging them up or down.

Confidentiality is important. As explained in the previous section, several privacy options are available to protect your playlists. These settings can be modified at any time in the playlist options.

A nice touch: if your playlist is public or unlisted, you can invite friends to collaborate. They can add their own tracks. It’s a great way to get together for a party or share your musical discoveries. Of course, as the creator, you remain in control. If collaboration no longer suits you, you can deactivate it at any time.

Managing all this is simple. Click on the little pencil next to the title of your playlist. There you’ll find all the customization and privacy options. Take the time to explore these settings, they’ll give you a playlist that’s just right for you.

But once you’ve fine-tuned your playlist, how do you make sure it stays organized and easy to find among all your creations? That’s where effective YouTube playlist management comes in.

Define privacy settings

The confidentiality of your playlists is entirely under your control. You have three simple options at your disposal. In “public” mode, anyone can see and listen to your playlist. Perfect if you want to share your musical discoveries. Private” mode keeps your playlist secret – only you can access it. In between, there’s the “unlisted” option. In this case, your playlist doesn’t appear in YouTube searches, but you can share it with whoever you like simply by sending the link.

Changing these settings is quick and easy. Open your playlist, click on “Modify”, then choose the option you want from the drop-down menu under the title. Don’t forget to save, and voilà!

Managing playlists on YouTube

Managing playlists on YouTube is easier than you think. Once you’ve created them, you can modify them as you see fit.

Here are the main things you can do with your playlists:

• Changing the order of videos: easy! Select the small symbol next to the thumbnail, hold and drag the content to the desired position.
• Remove a video: locate the three small dots next to the content. Select it, then choose “Remove from [nom de votre playlist]”. That’s all there is to it!
• Add new videos: while watching a video you like, press “Record”, then select your playlist from the list.
• Change thumbnail: would you prefer another image to represent your playlist? Select the three dots to the right of a video and set it as a thumbnail.

A handy extra: you can filter the content of your playlists. For example, if you want to see only Shorts or only classic videos, you can. Simply select the type of content you wish to display.

And if you want to delete a playlist completely? Nothing could be simpler. Open the menu with the three dashes at top left, and find your playlist. Click on the three dots next to the shuffle icon, then choose “Delete playlist”.

But what about when you want to share the experience with others? That’s where collaborative playlists come in, an ideal feature for creating a multi-handed musical selection together.

Reorganizing videos in a playlist

Reorganizing videos in a playlist is quick and easy. To begin, access the playlist you wish to modify. Once inside, look for the icon next to each video, often represented by three small lines or a similar symbol.

Select it, hold the click, then drag the video to the desired position in the list. Release the click to confirm the new position. This intuitive drag-and-drop method lets you reorganize your videos in a matter of seconds.

If your playlist contains a lot of content, consider using the filtering options. For example, you can display only shorts or long videos to better manage their order. This is a useful trick to keep your playlist well organized, especially if it starts to grow.

Create and manage collaborative playlists

Collaborative playlists are a great way to share your musical tastes with friends. They allow several people to add and manage videos in the same playlist. It’s really handy for preparing a party or creating a musical atmosphere in a group.

To transform a playlist into a collaborative version, first check that it is in “unlisted” or “public” mode. Next, click on “Share” and then on “Invite collaborators”. You can then choose who to invite. Once the invitations have been sent, your friends will be able to add their own videos to the playlist.

As a contributor, you’ll see your profile photo next to the videos you add. This makes it easy to see who’s added what. You can delete your own additions, but not those of others – only the playlist owner can modify everything.

If you no longer wish to participate in a collaborative playlist, don’t worry. Simply click on the “Favorite” icon to remove it from your library. And if you’re the owner and want to stop collaboration, you can deactivate the “Collaborate” option with one click.

Enable collaboration on a playlist

Enabling collaboration on a playlist is child’s play. To get started, go to your playlist’s settings. Once there, look for the option “Collaborators can include videos in this playlist” and tick it. This allows others to add their own videos to your selection.

Then share your playlist with your friends. If it’s private or unlisted, you’ll need to send them a URL link so they can access it. This link can be deactivated at any time if you change your mind.

If your playlist is public, anyone can contribute to it without restriction. In this case, think carefully about the level of control you want to retain. To limit additions, opt for a private or unlisted playlist.

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