YouTube Music brings a time-saving playlist upgrade — but only for iOS
YouTube Music is rolling out a new playlist search shortcut to help users save time. However, the update is not reaching everyone, and Android users are the first to miss out. The feature appears to be part of a limited A/B test on iOS.
A new way to find songs faster in YouTube Music
The new option, called “Find in playlist”, appears inside the three-dot menu on a playlist page. It sits right below Shuffle play, so users do not need to scroll. The feature allows listeners to type the song name instead of browsing long playlists. This simple shortcut reduces friction and speeds up playback.
iOS users spot the feature first
A Reddit user first spotted the feature on YouTube Music version 8.45.3 for iOS. Moreover, early comments suggest that only a small number of users can see it. We also checked version 8.45.3 and did not find the shortcut on our devices. Reports from Android Authority confirm similar results.
Android users left out for now
The update is not available on Android at the moment. Several Android users who checked the latest version reported no sign of the new option. Google seems to be testing the feature quietly and may be collecting early feedback from selected users on iOS.
What users need to know before trying it
Although the “Find in playlist” shortcut helps with large playlists, it does not work on Radio playlists saved in the library. These Radio playlists change dynamically, and Google has not included them in the initial rollout. However, there is still room for expansion if the test goes well.
A hint of bigger changes ahead
YouTube Music has been improving its navigation tools this year. This new playlist search shortcut aligns with Google’s recent focus on reducing taps and speeding up discovery. Other music apps have taken similar steps. For instance, Spotify introduced new taste-profile controls for playlists before extending them to individual tracks. Google may follow the same path if the test performs well.
What’s next for YouTube Music users?
Right now, the update remains unpredictable. Some iPhone users may see it, but many will not. Android users, meanwhile, will need to wait for Google to widen the rollout. Because YouTube Music updates frequently, the shortcut could appear on more devices over the coming weeks.
For now, the “Find in playlist” feature is another small but meaningful enhancement — one that hints at Google’s broader plans for a faster and more intuitive YouTube Music experience.
