YouTube is testing AI that allows you to ask questions about videos and view comments more easily
In addition to AI for content creators, YouTube has started testing conversational AI for users. The feature allows you to ask questions about the video and view comments more easily.
Request information about a video
The new Ask button on the video page allows you to interact with AI to learn more about the content. The answers are generated by a large language model (no specifics are given) that draws information from YouTube and the Internet.
You can ask a question about the video you’re watching or select a suggested suggestion, such as “Recommend similar content,” etc.
“When you interact with this tool, we will collect data about your use of the tool and the queries and feedback you submit. This data helps us provide, improve, and develop our products and services. Inquiries will be deleted automatically after 30 days.”
“No, your conversations are not used to show you ads. If this changes, we’ll let you know clearly.”
Starting today, the new feature is being introduced for some users. In the coming weeks, 18+ YouTube Premium subscribers in the United States will be able to join the test using the Android app at youtube.com/new. Once the feature is enabled, the Ask button will appear in selected videos in English.
Sort comments by topic
YouTube also uses artificial intelligence to organize “large sections of comments into easily digestible topics.” When you open comments on a mobile device, you may see a new “Topics” section in certain videos. It appears next to the Most Popular and Newest sorting options.
Video creators can delete any topic, as well as delete individual comments in a particular thread. They’ll be able to use comment sorting to quickly jump into discussions about comments on their videos or get inspired to create new content based on what their audience is discussing.
This feature will also be available on youtube.com/new for a small number of videos in English that have a lot of comments, starting today.
