YouTube Shorts Removes Dislike Button, Adds Double Speed and Clear Screen Mode

Executive Briefing

• Removes dislike button entirely from Shorts, replacing it with 'Not Interested' and 'Don't Recommend' feed controls
• Replaces the 'like' button with a heart icon for a more expressive interaction experience
• Introduces Clear Screen mode, mirroring TikTok's feature, to hide UI overlays via three-dot settings
• Adds double playback speed as its most-requested Shorts feature, activated by tap-and-hold
• Rolls out changes across most regions, though availability may vary in a staggered fashion