How to change video quality preference on YouTube

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Changing video quality preferences on YouTube is a feature that allows anyone who regularly enjoys streaming videos to conserve data, improve playback performance, or enhance visual clarity. Knowing how to adjust video quality can significantly improve your viewing experience.

YouTube offers a range of video resolutions from as low as 144p for conserving data on mobile networks to as high as 4K for those seeking the utmost visual fidelity. Learning to change these settings ensures you can adjust your viewing experience to match your preferences and circumstances.

In this guide, you will learn steps to change YouTube video quality on your mobile phone and PC to ensure you get the most out of your viewing experience.

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How to change video quality preference on YouTube on a mobile device

You can change video quality when streaming and set a default quality on your mobile devices.

When streaming a video (while watching)

  • Open the YouTube app on your mobile device.
  • Start playing any video.