With the changing technology, the way we share content with others on the internet is also changing rapidly. Users first shared content by sharing text messages, then started sharing pictures, then videos, and now the hottest thing on the market is live streaming. Live streaming was popularized by Twitch, a service that allows gamers to stream their content live to viewers. However, the rest of the world quickly got used to the phenomenon, and services like Periscope, Instagram, Snapchat, and even YouTube began allowing users to livestream their content on their platforms. However, our focus today is solely on YouTube, as it recently launched an update that allows users to schedule their live streams ahead of time, so their viewers already have an idea when they’re online. If you are someone who broadcasts a lot, you will find this feature really useful. So, if you’re interested, here’s how to schedule a live stream on YouTube in advance:
Note: We tried this feature on the Galaxy S8 running Android 7.1 Nougat, but it works on the Web as well as in the YouTube app for iOS.
Schedule a Live Stream on YouTube
The process is very simple so follow along and you’ll find out right away.
1. Launch the YouTube app, and then tap the record/live button marked in the picture below and then tap on “Go Live” option.“.
2. Here, tap on More options and then Tap the toggle next to “Plan for later”.
3. A date and time field will pop up as soon as you tap the on/off button. Tap the date and time to schedule your live stream. For example, in the image below, I scheduled my YouTube live stream for November 3, 5:25 PM.
When you schedule a live stream, all your subscribers will also receive a notification. So when you start your live stream, you can be sure that your viewers know about it and will be there to watch if they want to. It’s such a simple little feature, but I can see it helping YouTube creators a lot.
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Easily Schedule YouTube Live Streams
We know YouTube is one of the best places for creators, but when it comes to live streaming, YouTube lags far behind its competitors. Gamers still prefer to stream on Twitch and regular creators use services like Snapchat and Instagram for live streaming purposes. However, YouTube’s commitment to making this work may be the impetus the YouTube livestreaming community needs. They’re constantly adding new features, and the ability to schedule your live stream is a welcome addition. But whether or not users will use YouTube live is a question for the future. Let us know your thoughts on the subject in the comment section below.
