If you frequently use the YouTube app, you may have noticed that the video content on the platform has changed a lot over the years. Currently, YouTube only has quality content that keeps users engaged for hours on end.
Now YouTube has also introduced a TikTok type feature known as 'Shorts'. This is a new YouTube feature and allows users to upload short videos. YouTube Shorts are different from stories, in that they are displayed in the regular channel feed.
Previously, video shorts on YouTube could only be accessed via the home feed, but later Google introduced a dedicated tab for Shorts in the YouTube app. YouTube Shorts have been around for a while now but a lot of users are facing issues with it. Read also Download Youtube Short Videos To Gallery For Whatsapp Status
Many users claim that they cannot see the dedicated 'Shorts' button on your YouTube Android app. So, if you are also experiencing the same problem, then you are reading the right tutorial/guide.
3 Ways to Fix YouTube Shorts Not Showing
In this article, we are going to share some of the best tutorials to fix #shorts YouTube short videos not showing on YouTube app for Android. Let's see the guide.
1. Update the YouTube App
The dedicated button for Shorts is only available in the latest version of the YouTube app. So, before trying any other fixes go to Google Play Store and update YouTube App.
The latest version of the YouTube app has a dedicated section for Shorts at the bottom of the home screen. Also, you will find the option to upload Shorts inside the (+) button located at the bottom of the YouTube app. Read this also 3 Step How to Fix YouTube Shorts Video Blurry When Playing
2. Delete YouTube Data
Sometimes, outdated or corrupted cache data also causes problems with the app. As a result, the app may crash out of nowhere. So, in this method, you need to clear the cache and data of the YouTube App. Follow some of the steps given below to clear YouTube Cache & data.
Step 1. First of all, go to Settings and click on 'Apps'
Step 2. Under Apps, select 'View all apps'
Step 3. Next, tap on the YouTube app.
Step 4. On the App info page, tap on the “Storage” option.
Step 5. Next, tap on 'Clear Cache' , then on 'Clear Data' option.
You're done. This is how you can clear YouTube cache and data on Android to fix YouTube shorts related issues.
Use a VPN App
Please note that YouTube Shorts is still in beta. That means the video creation tool is available in some countries/regions.
So, if you can't see the dedicated Shorts section in the YouTube app, it may not be available in your current country.
However, if you still want to view short YouTube videos, you need to use a VPN app for Android. There are many VPN apps for Android available on the Google Play Store. You can use the free one to watch YouTube Shorts.