How To Find User Comments Or Discussions About A Video

How to Find User Comments or Discussions About a Video on YouTube

YouTube has recently introduced and enhanced several features that make it easier for users to find and engage with comments and discussions related to videos. Here’s a detailed guide on how to utilize these features to locate user comments or discussions about a video.

Comment-Based Search Feature

YouTube has launched a new search functionality that allows users to explore content directly from comments on both long-form videos and Shorts. Here’s how it works:

Clickable Search Shortcuts: Popular terms in comments now appear as blue, bold phrases with a magnifying glass icon. Users can click on these highlighted terms to initiate a search for related content.
Seamless Viewing Experience: When a user clicks on one of these search shortcuts, the search results open while the original video continues playing in a mini-player. This feature is particularly useful for long-form videos, ensuring uninterrupted viewing.
Shorts-Specific Search: Searching from comments on Shorts leads to Shorts-filtered results, with an option to return to the original Short.

Finding Your Own Comments

If you are looking to find comments you have left on other YouTube channels, there are a few methods to do so:

Comment History: You can view your comment history by going to the "Comment History" section under your YouTube account settings. This page lists all the comments you have left on YouTube videos and community posts. Clicking on a comment will take you back to the original video where you posted it.
Google Activity Log: You can also access your comment history through the Google Activity Log. Navigate to the "YouTube comments" section, where you can see a list of all your comments. While there is no built-in search bar, you can use your browser's search function (Ctrl+F or Cmd+F) to find specific comments.

Searching Comments by User or Keyword

For more advanced searching, such as finding comments by a specific user or keyword, you can use external tools:

Third-Party Websites: There are websites that allow you to search, sort, and analyze YouTube comments by either a word or username. These tools enable you to load all comments from a video, sort them by likes or replies, and search for specific words or users. To use these tools, copy the link of the video you want to search, paste it into the website, and load the comments. You can then use the search bar to find comments containing specific words or posted by specific users.

Interacting with Comments on Different Devices

YouTube also allows for seamless interaction with comments across various devices:

Smart TV and Game Console: You can view and interact with comments while watching videos on your smart TV or game console. To do this, sync your smart TV or game console with your phone, and use the YouTube app on your phone to post or reply to comments. This feature ensures that you can engage with the community even when watching on larger screens.

Viewing and Organizing Comments

On the video page itself, you can easily view, organize, or delete comments:

Viewing Comments: Scroll down on the video's page to view comments. Replies are threaded to make it easy to follow conversations. You can also sort comments by "Top comments" or "Newest first" using the "Sort By" option.
Editing or Deleting Comments: To edit or delete your own comments, go to the "Comment History" section, find the comment, and select "Edit" or "Delete" from the options menu.

These features collectively enhance content discovery and user engagement on YouTube, making it easier for users to find and participate in discussions related to their favorite videos.