YouTube Redesign Removes Subscriptions Tab
The new design replaces it with a 'Subs' section, but a workaround has been found to access old functionality
YouTube has introduced a new home screen redesign, featuring Custom Feeds and a 'Subs' section at the top of the Home page. However, this change has removed the Subscriptions tab, causing inconvenience to some users. The new 'Subs' section is located at the top of the Home page, but it is missing the Filters section and the Today filter is no longer available.
The removal of the Subscriptions tab has been met with frustration from users who rely on it to access their curated list of creators. The new design requires users to navigate to the top of the Home page to access the 'Subs' section, which can be confusing and disrupts the muscle memory of long-time users.
The new YouTube redesign also features a swipe gesture to switch between feeds, and the new Home page has multiple sections, including 'Home' and 'Subs'. However, this change has not been well-received by all users, with some finding it infuriating and confusing.
## What changed The new design has replaced the Subscriptions tab with a 'Subs' section, which is located at the top of the Home page. This change has removed the Filters section and the Today filter, making it more difficult for users to access their subscribed content.
## Why it matters The removal of the Subscriptions tab may seem like a small change, but it can have a significant impact on users who rely on it to access their favorite creators. The new design may take some getting used to, but a workaround has been found to access the old Subscriptions tab functionality, providing relief to users who were frustrated with the change.
The new design is part of YouTube's effort to introduce Custom Feeds, which are prompt-based and short-lived suggestion feeds. While this change may be intended to improve the user experience, it has not been well-received by all users, and the removal of the Subscriptions tab is a significant drawback for some.
## What happens next As users adjust to the new design, it remains to be seen whether YouTube will listen to feedback and make changes to the 'Subs' section or reintroduce the Subscriptions tab. In the meantime, the workaround provides a temporary solution for users who are frustrated with the change. YouTube's decision to remove the Subscriptions tab may be a sign of things to come, as the platform continues to evolve and introduce new features.
