"The new test aims to tackle the frustration users often face with algorithm-driven recommendations that sometimes miss the mark. Historically, YouTube's algorithm has been reported to frequently misjudge user intentions. For instance, watching a few Disney videos could lead the platform to presume you're a loyal fan, resulting in an overwhelming amount of similar content - even if that isn't what you truly want."
"Clicking on it allows you to input prompts tailored to your interests. Instead of passively scrolling through a stream of content that may not align with your interests, this feature allows you to actively shape your feed by entering specific prompts. For instance, if you want more videos about cooking, simply typing that into the custom feed will encourage YouTube to prioritize similar content in the future."
YouTube is experimenting with a feature called "Your Custom Feed" that appears next to the standard Home button and lets users input prompts to shape recommendations. The feature aims to fix algorithm misjudgments that produce irrelevant or repetitive content, exemplified by watching a few Disney videos leading to an overload of similar content. The custom feed enables active selection instead of passive scrolling, and can prioritize topics like cooking when prompted. The feature could replace repeated use of "Not interested" or "Don't recommend channel" for clearer control. Other platforms, including Threads and X, are testing similar customization tools.
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