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YouTube is the largest video-sharing platform worldwide. From music videos to tutorials, there is a video for everyone. It’s common to find a video you enjoy or need to watch again later, but copying and pasting the video’s link on an iPhone’s web browser is not always the most convenient method. In this post, we will tackle how to copy and paste a YouTube video on an iPhone efficiently.
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The Challenge of Copying and Pasting Youtube Videos on iPhone
Copying and pasting a YouTube video on an iPhone can be tricky because of the platform’s limitations. Unlike computers, iPhones don’t have a straightforward way to copy a video’s link without opening it in the YouTube app or Safari. Apple’s policy on video downloading is stringent; hence, there is no option to download YouTube videos directly from the app or web browser.
Things You Should Prepare for
Before we dive into the methods of copying and pasting YouTube videos, there are a few things you should prepare for. Firstly, make sure you have a reliable internet connection as YouTube videos take up a lot of data. Secondly, ensure that you have downloaded the YouTube app from the App Store. Lastly, have the iPhone’s default web browser, Safari, updated to its latest version.
Method 1: Copy and Paste via Share Button
This method involves using the Share button in the YouTube app. Here are the steps to follow:
1. Launch the YouTube app on your iPhone and find the video you want to copy.
2. Tap on the video to reveal a toolbar with different options below it.
3. Click on the “Share” button, which is the right-most icon located on the toolbar.
4. A pop-up menu with various sharing options will appear. Tap on the “Copy Link” option to copy the video’s link to your clipboard.
5. Open any app or platform where you want to paste the video’s link and long-press the text field until the contextual menu appears.
6. Tap on “Paste” to paste the YouTube video’s link.
Pros:
– This method is straightforward and easy to use
– You don’t have to exit the YouTube app to copy the video link
Cons:
– Only works when you have access to the YouTube app on your iPhone