YouTube Adds Timer to Stop Shorts Scrolling

YouTube Adds Timer to Stop Shorts Scrolling

YouTube Adds a Timer for You to Stop Scrolling Shorts Ever found yourself opening YouTube Shorts for “just one video” and ending up watching for an hour? You’re not alone. To help curb endless scrolling, YouTube adds a timer for you to stop scrolling Shorts , a new feature designed to promote healthier viewing habits and reduce screen fatigue. Image Credits:Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket / Getty Images A Smarter Way to Manage Your Shorts Time The new Shorts timer allows users to set a daily time limit for their viewing within the app’s settings. When the limit is reached, YouTube displays a pop-up reminding you that scrolling is paused. While users can still dismiss the prompt, it’s a clear nudge to step away from the endless stream of content. This feature aims to balance engagement and well-being — a smart move as social platforms face growing scrutiny over addictive design practices. Tested and Confirmed: The Feature’s Origins Earlier this year, Android Authority spotted hints of th…