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Close-up of a tablet displaying YouTube Shorts with playback speed doubled and a clear screen mode activated, set against a blurred city background.
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YouTube Shorts doubles playback speed for faster viewing

YouTube Shorts now allows users to double video playback speed, a long-requested feature, alongside new tools for a distraction-free viewing experience.

David Yazzie·June 26, 2026