YouTube currently lacks a dynamic, real-time queue system for videos, which forces users to rely on static playlists or manual reordering. This creates friction for those who want to curate temporary viewing sequences—like someone watching educational content or music—without the hassle of managing permanent playlists. Introducing a session-based queue could streamline this process, making video watching more fluid and intuitive.

How a Dynamic Queue Could Work

A simple "Add to Queue" button next to the "Save to Playlist" option could let users build a temporary playback list. This queue would appear in a sidebar or pop-up, allowing easy reordering, skipping, or removal of items. Unlike saved playlists, the queue would reset when a user exits the session unless they choose to save it. This system could mimic Spotify’s queue feature but for all YouTube videos, not just music.

• One-click queuing: Instantly add videos to a temporary sequence.
• Seamless integration: Option to convert the queue into a playlist or merge it with "Watch Later."
• Session-based: Automatically clears unless saved, reducing clutter.

Practical Benefits and Execution

Casual viewers, content creators, and power users would all benefit from this feature. For YouTube, it could increase engagement and watch time. An MVP could start as a web-only drag-and-drop queue, tested via A/B trials, before expanding to mobile and adding features like save-to-playlist options. The biggest hurdle would be UI crowding, but integrating the queue into existing menus could minimize this.

The idea fills a gap in YouTube’s UX while leveraging the platform’s existing infrastructure—offering a low-friction way to enhance video watching without reinventing the wheel.