YouTube’s New Anti-Scroll Feature: Why It Might Actually Work

Somatirtha

YouTube launches an anti-scroll feature designed to curb endless Shorts viewing and screen fatigue.

The new tool introduces a daily time limit timer for the Shorts feed.

Once the set limit is reached, YouTube automatically pauses further Shorts scrolling for users.

Unlike earlier reminders, this feature enforces a hard stop instead of gentle suggestions.

Users can customize their daily viewing limit, offering flexibility and better digital discipline.

The feature targets “doom scrolling,” promoting mindful video consumption and improved screen-time balance.

Early feedback suggests users appreciate its control without feeling forced into digital breaks.

The system may evolve with parental controls and more detailed time tracking options.

If widely adopted, YouTube could redefine attention habits and reshape creator engagement metrics.

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