YouTube Finally Adds "Hide" Button To Kill Annoying End-Screen Pop-Ups

In a move celebrated by viewers everywhere, YouTube has finally answered one of its community's longest-standing prayers. The platform has officially rolled out a "Hide" button for end-screen video recommendations, putting an end to the frustration of having the final moments of a video obscured by pop-up thumbnails.

For years, users have complained about the intrusive nature of end-screens. While a valuable tool for creators to promote other content, the large, often poorly-timed video suggestions can completely cover the visual punchline of a sketch, the final shot of a beautiful film, or crucial concluding text. The only solution was to awkwardly scrub back, hoping to catch what you missed. Now, that frustration is a thing of the past.

This new YouTube hide end-screen feature is a simple but powerful addition to the platform's user interface. When the end-screen elements appear, a small "Hide" button will now be present. Tapping it instantly collapses the suggested video thumbnails, providing an unobstructed view of the video's conclusion. It's a small change that makes a huge difference, giving viewers more viewing experience control.

"This is a massive win for user experience," a UI designer commented on the new YouTube feature. "It shows YouTube is listening to feedback about intrusive interface elements. It puts control back where it belongs: in the hands of the viewer. It's a simple, elegant solution to a problem that has plagued the platform for a decade."

The YouTube UI update is now available to all users across desktop and mobile platforms. The ability to hide video recommendations has been a top request for years, and its implementation shows a renewed focus from YouTube on refining the core viewing experience.

Of course, this does raise questions for creators. Many rely on the YouTube end-screen button clicks to drive traffic to other videos in their library, boosting session time and overall channel views. Will giving users the ability to collapse YouTube thumbnails negatively impact creator analytics?

"There might be a slight dip in end-screen clicks initially," a YouTube marketing expert speculates. "However, a happier viewer is a more engaged viewer. By removing a point of frustration, YouTube is encouraging people to finish videos completely, which is a positive signal to the algorithm. A better user experience is ultimately good for everyone, including creators."

This update is a perfect example of a platform listening to its community and making a small but meaningful change that respects the viewer's time and attention. The days of yelling at your screen as a perfectly timed joke is covered by a giant thumbnail are finally over. Have you used the new "Hide" button yet? Let us know your thoughts on this long-overdue feature in the comments!

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