YouTube Music is upping its game with a brand-new feature that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to redefine your playlist experience.
YouTube Music now allows you to create custom playlist art, injecting a splash of personalization into your musical journey, the streaming site states in a blog post.
AI-Enhanced Playlist Art
In a world where album covers and user-uploaded images have long dominated playlist art, YouTube Music is pioneering a new approach.
The concept is straightforward: users can now use AI-generated artwork to represent their playlists, all from the convenience of the YouTube Music app. This addition opens the door to a universe of creative possibilities and customization.
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How to Get the Feature
To try the feature, (via TechCrunch), simply click on the "edit" button for your playlist and then the current main image. YouTube Music will then guide you through a selection of themes.
These themes span a wide spectrum, from nature and humor to animals and more. Once you have selected a theme, you can refine your choice with various prompts.
For instance, under the "animal" theme, you can choose an image of a pug "in the style of a Medieval Gothic painting" or "in the style of a Pop Art painting."
With your theme and prompt set, hit the "Create" button, and voilà! You will be presented with a gallery of AI-generated images to choose from. Once you have found the perfect match for your playlist, simply click "save," and your personalized playlist art is set.
This innovative feature opens up a world of creative expression, allowing you to curate the visual identity of your playlists. Whether it's your '90s R&B-inspired morning commute playlist or your energetic workout mix, YouTube Music empowers you to set the mood right from the start.
Speed Dial
But the AI-powered playlist art is just the tip of the iceberg. YouTube Music is also introducing another exciting feature - "speed dial."
Engadget tells us that this function is designed to streamline your access to recent listens, artists, and playlists, making diving back into your favorite tunes even easier.
The "speed dial" format may seem reminiscent of Spotify's homepage, but YouTube Music promises an even more expansive array of options.
With quick access to your recent favorites, the home tab becomes a personalized gateway to your musical journey, aligning YouTube Music's user experience more closely with industry rivals.
Rolling Out Today, Expanding Globally Soon
Excitingly, the AI-powered custom playlist art feature is now available to English language accounts in the United States, with global expansion on the horizon.
As for "speed dial," it will debut in the coming months, promising a seamless user experience for all YouTube Music enthusiasts.
These updates are part of YouTube Music's recent efforts to compete with more established music streaming services. Previously, they introduced features like a comments section and timed lyrics, enhancing the overall user experience.
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