YouTube is trying out AI-generated summaries
YouTube, which is owned by Google, has revealed that it is currently testing AI-generated auto-generated summaries for videos on its platform. The purpose of this new feature is to provide users with a quick summary of a video, making it easier for them to decide if the content is relevant to their interests. These summaries will be visible on both the watch and search pages.
However, it’s important to note that these AI-generated summaries do not replace the video descriptions that are written by the creators themselves. The feature is currently being tested with a limited number of English-only videos and viewers. YouTube encourages users who come across the feature to provide feedback on their experience.
In addition to this experiment, YouTube has been testing other features as well. Last month, the platform introduced AI-generated quizzes on the mobile app Home Feed to help users learn more about topics they’re interested in. They are also testing a lock screen feature to prevent accidental taps while watching a video on Android and iOS.
Furthermore, YouTube is exploring the option to allow users to watch videos at 2x speed by long-pressing anywhere on the player. Additionally, they are testing a feature that provides bigger previews to help users quickly find specific moments in a video they want to watch.
