YouTube: Watch videos in 4K - how it works

If you want to watch YouTube videos in 4K, this is not possible on every computer. We will show you the requirements and how to start the UHD videos.

Instructions: Watch 4K videos on YouTube

• First of all, you need a YouTube video in 4K resolution. For example, search for "4K Video". If you have found one, click on the gear icon in the player and select the option "2160p (4K)" under "Quality".
• However, this option is not available on every computer. Your graphics card or graphics chip must support 4K content playback. If this is not the case, UHD streaming on YouTube is not possible.
• 4K streaming is possible on many desktop computers and laptops despite the lower screen resolution. However, please note that you can only really see UHD with the correct resolution.
• Tip: With the 4K Video Downloader, you can download 4K videos from YouTube at any time - even if your PC cannot play the clips.

In the next practical tip, we will show you the difference between 4K and UHD.