How to Customize and Organize Your YouTube Channel Layout Like a Pro
Rearranging your YouTube channel layout helps highlight your best content and improve viewer engagement. Here’s how you can easily organize your YouTube video page using the built-in customization tools.
✅ Step-by-Step: Rearranging Your Channel Homepage
- Go to Your YouTube Channel:
- Log in to your account.
- Click your profile icon (top right) → Select "Your Channel".
- Click "Customize Channel":
- This opens YouTube Studio and the "Layout" tab for editing.
- Edit Your Channel Layout:
- Add or rearrange sections such as:
- Uploads
- Popular uploads
- Shorts
- Playlists (single or groups)
- Live streams
- Click
+ Add Section
to include more. - Use the drag-and-drop icon (
≡
) to reorder them.
- Add or rearrange sections such as:
- Feature a Channel Trailer or Video:
- Add a channel trailer for new visitors.
- Set a featured video for returning subscribers.
- Save and Preview:
- Click "Publish" (top right).
- View your channel to see the changes live.
π Reorder Videos Within a Playlist
- Go to YouTube Studio → Content → Playlists
- Select the playlist you want to edit.
- Drag and drop videos to change their order manually.
π‘ Pro Tips:
- Put your most valuable or popular content at the top.
- Use custom section titles for clarity (e.g., "Wireless Mic Demos").
- Limit to 4–6 key sections for a clean, scrollable layout.