How to install the YouTube web application in Windows 11, 10

Si es un usuario frecuente de YouTube, es posible que desee instalarlo como una aplicación web en su PC con Windows 11 o 10. Una aplicación web es un acceso directo que abre un sitio web en una ventana dedicada, sin la interfaz del navegador. Esto puede hacer que el sitio web se parezca más a una aplicación nativa y también ahorrar algo de espacio en la barra de tareas.

In this blog post, we will show you how to install YouTube as a web app on Windows 11 or 10, using two different methods: Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome.

Method 1: Microsoft Edge

Microsoft Edge is the default browser in Windows 11 and 10 and has a built-in feature to install any website as a web app. Here are the steps to do so:

1. Open Microsoft Edge and go to https://www.youtube.com.

2. Click on the three-dot menu icon in the upper right corner of the browser window and select «Applications» > «Install this site as an application».

3. A pop-up window will appear asking you to name the application. You can keep the default name «YouTube» or change it to whatever you want.

4. Click «Install» and wait a few seconds. You will see a new icon in your taskbar, representing the YouTube web application.

5. To launch the web application, simply click on the icon. You will see YouTube open in a separate window, without any browser elements. You can use it just as you would use the website, with all the features and functionality.

6. To uninstall the web application, right click on the icon and select «Uninstall YouTube».

Method 2: Google Chrome

Google Chrome is another popular browser that supports the installation of websites as web applications. The process is similar to Microsoft Edge, but with some minor differences. Here are the steps to do so:

1. Open Google Chrome and go to https://www.youtube.com.

2. Click on the three-dot menu icon in the upper right corner of the browser window and select «More tools» > «Create shortcut».

3. A pop-up window will appear asking you to name the shortcut. You can keep the default name «YouTube» or change it to whatever you want.

4. Be sure to check the box that says «Open as window». This will ensure that the shortcut opens YouTube in a dedicated window, rather than a tab.

5. Click «Create» and wait a few seconds. You will see a new icon on your desktop, representing the YouTube web application.

6. To launch the web application, simply double-click the icon. You will see YouTube open in a separate window, without any browser elements. You can use it just as you would use the website, with all the features and functionality.

7. To uninstall the web application, right click on the icon and select «Remove».

Conclusion

Installing YouTube as a web app on Windows 11 or 10 can make your browsing experience more convenient and enjoyable. You can choose Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome as your preferred browser to do so, depending on your preferences and availability. We hope this blog post has been helpful and informative for you.

UPDATED 10/16/2023: YouTube is one of the world’s most popular video platforms, but it does not have an official app for Windows 11 or Windows 10 users. This means you must use a web browser to access YouTube on your Windows device, which may not offer the best user experience. Fortunately, there is a way to install YouTube as a Progressive Web App (PWA) on Windows 11 (and 10) using Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.

A PWA is a website that can act as a native application on your device, with features such as offline access, notifications, automatic updates, easy installation and uninstallation, and more. However, not all websites are PWAs and it is up to the developer to enable these features. YouTube is one of the websites that supports PWA technology and you can install it on your Windows device in a few simple steps.