THE YT DESKTOP FIELD GUIDE
A little help.
A better way to watch.
Choose the right app for your computer, get set up, and find the shortcuts that make everyday watching easier.
MACBOOK & IMAC
YouTube, at home on your Mac.
Choose Apple Silicon or Intel, install the app, and keep a video beside your work.
Mac guide UBUNTU & DEBIANA dedicated window for Linux.
Get the Debian package for Ubuntu or Debian, with clear compatibility and installation steps.
Linux guide EVERYDAY SHORTCUTSLess clicking. More watching.
Skip 10 seconds, change playback speed, and learn the extra YT Desktop controls.
Keyboard shortcuts guide STEP-BY-STEP SETUPFrom browser tab to app.
Install on a Windows laptop, MacBook, or Linux computer—or use a browser web app.
Laptop installation guide