YouTube Shorts Tests New 'Not Interested' Dislike Button Placement

• YouTube Shorts is testing a new placement and phrasing for its dislike button.
• The familiar thumbs-down button is being moved to the overflow menu (three-dot icon) for some users.
• The "Dislike" option is being rebranded or merged with "Not interested" to shape recommendations.
• Google states the change aims to help users fine-tune their feed, as "Dislike" and "Not interested" are often used interchangeably.
• The move could frustrate users who rely on quick feedback, adding friction to disliking content.

Why It Matters: YouTube Shorts rebrands and moves its dislike button to "Not interested" for better recommendations.