Watch Time is a critical ranking signal in the YouTube algorithm, indicating genuine viewer engagement and satisfaction. Videos with higher total watch time are more likely to be recommended.
A cooking YouTuber notices their average view duration (AVD) is low, indicating viewers are dropping off after a few minutes. They decide to break up long recipes into smaller, more digestible chunks and add engaging captions to keep viewers watching.
Focus on creating content that genuinely adds value to viewers and keeps them engaged throughout the video.
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