How to Add My Videos to My Playlist on YouTube

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YouTube is one of the most popular online platforms for video content creators. Millions of creators publish their videos on YouTube daily, and there are millions of viewers on the site each day. One of the best ways to organize your YouTube content as a video creator is to create a playlist. A playlist is a group of videos that you can organize together on your YouTube channel page. This helps your audience stay engaged with your content and can help increase your view count. Creating a playlist is quick and easy, and it can help you grow your channel.

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What’s Needed

To add videos to a YouTube playlist, you will need:

  1. A YouTube account
  2. The videos you want to add
  3. A title for your playlist

What Should I Pay Attention to?

Before adding videos to your playlist, there are a few things you should keep in mind:

  1. Make sure the videos you add to your playlist are relevant to the title of the playlist.
  2. You can’t add videos to someone else’s playlist without their permission.
  3. If your video is private or unlisted, it won’t appear in your playlist for public viewing.

Method 1: Adding Videos to an Existing Playlist

To add videos to an existing playlist, follow these steps:

  1. Open the YouTube app or website and login to your account.
  2. Go to the playlist where you want to add the videos.
  3. Click the "+ Add Video" button.
  4. Choose the videos you want to add to the playlist.
  5. Click "Select" button.
  6. Arrange the order of videos if necessary by dragging and dropping the videos.
  7. Click "Save" button.

Pros

  • Quick and easy to add videos to an existing playlist.
  • You can arrange the order of videos in the playlist.

Cons

  • You may need to have a pre-existing playlist to use this method.
  • If you accidentally add the wrong video, you might have to remove all of the videos and start over.

Method 2: Creating a New Playlist from Scratch

To create a new playlist and add videos to it, follow these steps:

  1. Open the YouTube app and login to your account.
  2. Click on "Library" on the bottom right-hand corner of the homepage.
  3. Click "Create Playlist".
  4. Choose a name for your playlist and add a description if you want.
  5. Click "Create" to create the playlist.
  6. Search for the videos you want to add to your playlist and click on them to play.
  7. Click the "Add to" button below the video.
  8. Select the playlist you just created from the drop-down menu.
  9. Repeat steps 6-8 to add more videos.
  10. Go to your channel page and make sure the playlist is set to public.

Pros

  • You can create a new playlist from scratch.
  • You can add videos individually as you search for them.

Cons

  • You have to create a new playlist if you don’t already have one.
  • You have to go to the individual video page to add it to your playlist.

Method 3: Adding Videos to a Playlist from a Video Page

To add a video directly to a playlist from the video page, follow these steps:

  1. Open the YouTube app or website and login to your account.
  2. Find the video you want to add and open it.
  3. Click on the "Save" button below the video player.
  4. Select the playlist where you want to add the video or create a new playlist.
  5. Click "Save" to add the video to your playlist.

Pros

  • You don’t have to leave the video page to add the video to a playlist.

Cons

  • You can only add one video at a time.
  • You can’t rearrange the order of videos in your playlist using this method.

Why Can’t I Add a Video to My Playlist?

There are several reasons why you might not be able to add a video to your YouTube playlist, including:

  1. The video is private or unlisted.
  2. The video is not available in your country.
  3. The video is already in your playlist.
  4. The video belongs to someone else’s playlist.
  5. You don’t have permission to edit the playlist where you want to add the video.
  6. The playlist is full.

Fixes

  1. Make sure the video is public or set to "Unlisted" (if desired).
  2. Use a VPN to change your location to a place where you can access the video.
  3. Check your playlist to see if the video is already there.
  4. Contact the owner of the playlist and ask them to add the video.
  5. Request permission to edit the playlist from the owner.
  6. Create a new playlist if the existing one is full.

Suggestions

  1. When creating a playlist, choose a title that is descriptive and easy to search.
  2. Add relevant keywords to your playlist to make it easy to find in search results.
  3. Promote your playlists on social media or other platforms to increase views and engagement.
  4. Make sure to add your own videos to your playlist to promote your own content.
  5. Check your playlists regularly to make sure they’re still relevant and current.

FAQs

Q: How many videos can I add to a playlist?

A: You can add an unlimited number of videos to a playlist.

Q: Can I add someone else’s video to my playlist?

A: It depends on the video’s privacy settings and the permissions of the video’s owner.

Q: How do I change the order of videos in my playlist?

A: To change the order of videos in your playlist, hover over the video you want to move and click the "move" icon. Then, drag and drop the video to the desired position in the playlist.

Q: Can I add videos to my playlist from my phone?

A: Yes, you can add videos to your playlist from the YouTube app on your phone or tablet.

Q: Can I remove videos from my playlist?

A: Yes, you can remove videos from your playlist by going to your playlist and clicking the "X" next to the video you want to remove.

Conclusion

Adding videos to a YouTube playlist is a quick and easy way to keep your content organized and engage your audience. Whether you’re creating a new playlist from scratch or adding videos to an existing playlist, the process is simple and straightforward. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can create playlists that promote your content and help you grow your channel.