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This is an archive article published on August 24, 2023

YouTube ditches angular corners for rounded ones in new design upgrade

Although new design has been deployed, it is being rolled out in a phased manner.

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Google is known to make frequent changes to its apps and services, mostly considering their aesthetic and utilitarian aspects. Latest in the new wave of change is the rounded corners in YouTube’s video player. In a bid to make the application visually appealing, YouTube has ditched its angular edges for curved ones.

With the latest update, the main video player now looks similar to the mini player and video suggestion on the left panel. Contrary to the sharp edges of the earlier version, the new rounded edge is expected to offer a softer look and a modern feel. The new look will not be applicable to the theatre mode. When a user maximises the video, it will likely fill out the entire screen.

The latest development has been confirmed by YouTube spokesperson Allison Toh to The Verge. Toh said that all users will see the rounded corners in videos on the desktop site. The new change will be visible in a phased manner at the account level. The update has already been rolled out and the new player is visible to many users.

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The new look is not all about visual appeal, as it has some visible drawbacks. Reportedly, YouTube is cutting down on pixels from the original content, in essence, the platform is showing cropped videos. Moreover, design experts feel that rounded corners may not go well with desktop monitors that come with squared-off corners. Several users took to Twitter to express their displeasure with the new change.

A similar tweak is also being reportedly tested on YouTube’s skip ads button. Earlier this month, Google Maps embraced the rounded corners in its layout. It seems the tech giant may extend this softer aesthetics to its other products and services.

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