

The last option is to use a different browser altogether. Method 3- Use a Different Browser for YouTube You can add the YouTube name and icon to the shortcut for a better look. You can now tap the shortcut to open YouTube directly in the desktop view in Chrome on your iPad.


Since Chrome for iPad does not offer an “Add to Home Screen” option, you’ll have to rely on the Shortcuts app on iPadOS, as shown below. Unfortunately, it isn’t as straightforward as on Android. Using it, you can open YouTube in desktop view quickly without requesting it manually. The other method is to create a home screen shortcut for the YouTube desktop site. Method 2- Open YouTube Desktop By Default in Chrome Using Shortcuts If you want to revert, repeat the steps and select “Request Mobile Site.” You’ll be back to the regular mobile view. YouTube will now reload in the desktop view in Chrome.
