✨NEW✨ Text to Speech, Homepage Merch Shelf & more! #shortsroundup

In this month’s YouTube Shorts Roundup, there are several exciting updates to share with you. Here’s a rundown of the latest features available for creators:

Text to Speech on Android

If you create Shorts on Android, you can now add voice-over tracks using the text-to-speech tool. After you add text, tap the voice options icon in the upper left corner to choose the desired voice. To adjust the timing of the text:

Tap on the text and select timing, or
Use the timeline icon from the bottom menu. This feature is currently exclusive to Android, with an iOS rollout coming soon.

Merch Shelf on Homepage

For creators with a connected merch store, YouTube will automatically add a merch shelf to your channel homepage. This shelf will display products from your store, and a Store button will allow your viewers to browse your full store. To manage the merch shelf:

Go to YouTube Studio > Customization to disable or change the shelf’s location.
Navigate to Studio > Earn to connect your store if it is not already linked.

Keywords

YouTube Shorts
Android
Text to Speech
Voice-over Tracks
iOS
Merch Shelf
Homepage
YouTube Studio
Customization
Store Button

FAQ

Q1: How can I add a voice-over track to my YouTube Shorts on Android? A1: You can add a voice-over track using the text-to-speech tool. After adding text, tap the voice options icon in the upper left corner and select the desired voice.

Q2: How do I adjust the timing of text in my Shorts? A2: To adjust the timing, either tap on the text and select timing or use the timeline icon from the bottom menu.

Q3: When will the text-to-speech feature be available on iOS? A3: The text-to-speech feature is currently available on Android, with an iOS rollout coming soon.

Q4: How is the merch shelf added to my channel homepage? A4: If your channel has a connected merch store, a merch shelf will be automatically added to your channel homepage, displaying products from your store along with a Store button for full browsing.

Q5: How can I manage the merch shelf on my channel? A5: Go to YouTube Studio > Customization to disable or change the shelf’s location or navigate to Studio > Earn to connect your store.