Remember when only one person seemed to have YouTube Music’s long-awaited playlist search feature? That lonely sighting happened earlier this month, sparking hope that Google was finally addressing one of the app’s most annoying limitations. Now, things are getting interesting.
A few fresh reports suggest the “Find in playlist” button is reaching more users, though the rollout remains frustratingly inconsistent. A Pixel 6 owner running Android 16 beta confirmed they got the feature, posting proof on Reddit that sparked a flurry of responses. The thread quickly filled with a mix of excited confirmations and disappointed users still waiting for their turn.
Some folks checked both their Android phones and iPhones only to find nothing. The pattern suggests Google is doing one of those classic server-side experiments where availability has nothing to do with which app version you’re running.
For what it’s worth, I’m still left out in the cold. My iPhone 16, Pixel 8, and Pixel 7a are all updated to the latest app version, yet none of them show the search button. Apparently, being a tech journalist doesn’t grant early access to features.
The feature itself sits in the three-dot menu when you open a playlist, appearing right below the shuffle play option. Tap it and you get a simple search box where you can type song names, artists, or albums. The app filters your playlist instantly, saving you from endless scrolling through massive collections. Users who have it say it works smoothly on custom playlists, though saved radio stations still don’t support searching.
This gradual expansion from one Reddit report to several is typical of how Google tests new YouTube Music features. In fact, this is just one of several features being tested. Yesterday, we highlighted an ongoing test with Spotify-like mood/genre filters for playlists. More on that here. These features could take days, weeks or even months to show up for everyone. The only thing to do is hang in there and hope it arrives sooner rather than later.
So here’s the question: have you spotted the playlist search feature on your YouTube Music app yet? If so, which device are you using, and what app version shows up in your settings? Drop your vote in the poll and feel free to share your experience in the comments. Let’s figure out how wide this rollout actually is.
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Dwayne Cubbins
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My fascination with Android phones began the moment I got my hands on one. Since then, I've been on a journey to decode the ever-evolving tech landscape, fueled by a passion for both the "how" and the "why." Since 2018, I've been crafting content that empowers users and demystifies the tech world. From in-depth how-to guides that unlock your phone's potential to breaking news based on original research, I strive to make tech accessible and engaging.
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