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How to Loop a Specific Part of a YouTube Video (Desktop & Mobile Guide)

By Gokul·June 11, 2026
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Have you ever watched a YouTube video and felt that one tiny part of it was just perfect?

Maybe it is a beautiful guitar line that you want to learn. Or a quick five-minute exercise in a long workout session. Or perhaps it is just a funny moment in a comedy video that you want to see again and again.

YouTube has a loop button. We all know that. But the problem is, it loops the whole video. If you are watching a two-hour talk and only want to repeat one minute, the normal loop button does not help. You will have to keep clicking and rewinding. That is very annoying.

So, how do you loop just a small part of a YouTube video?

It is actually very easy. You can do it on both your phone and your computer. In this guide, I will show you the simplest ways to do this. No complicated steps, just direct and easy solutions.

Why Would You Want to Loop a Part?

Before we look at the steps, let us see why this is so helpful:

  • Learning Music: If you want to learn a song on a guitar or piano, you need to see the fingers move again and again. Looping a five-second clip lets you practice without taking your hands off your instrument to touch the keyboard or mouse.
  • Dance and Fitness: If you are learning a dance step or a yoga pose, you can loop that one part. You can stand up, watch, and practice without stopping.
  • Studying and Coding: Sometimes, a teacher explains a very hard topic in just thirty seconds. You can loop that explanation until you finally understand it. If you're studying an entire playlist of lectures, you can use our YTP Length tool to calculate the total duration and check our tips on how to use YouTube playlists to learn fast.

Method 1: Use the Scissors (The Native Clip Tool)

Works on: Phone App and Computer

This is the easiest and safest way. It is built right inside YouTube. You do not need to install anything new. It works the exact same way on your mobile phone and your computer.

This method is best if the part you want to loop is short (between 5 and 60 seconds).

Here is how to do it:

  1. Find the Clip Icon: Open the video on YouTube. Look just below the video title. You will see an icon of scissors that says Clip. Click on it.
  2. Choose the Part: A small timeline box will appear. Drag the left and right sliders. This lets you select the exact starting and ending points. You can select up to 60 seconds.
  3. Give It a Name: You must write a small title in the box. You can write anything, like "Guitar Practice" or "Funny Part."
  4. Copy the Link: Click the button that says Share Clip and then click Copy Link.
  5. Play the Loop: Open a new tab in your browser. Paste this link and press enter. The video will now play only your selected part, and it will loop forever on that page.

Method 2: Browser Extensions (For Computers)

Works on: Laptops and Desktops

If you are on a computer and want to loop a part that is longer than one minute, the YouTube Clip tool will not work. In this case, a browser extension is the best choice.

This is best for people who study or practice on a laptop or desktop computer.

Here is how to do it:

  1. Install the Extension: If you use Google Chrome, go to the Chrome Web Store. Search for a free tool called Looper for YouTube. Click Add to Chrome.
  2. Refresh the Page: Go back to your YouTube video and refresh the web page.
  3. Open the Loop Menu: Look just below the video player. You will see a new button called LOOP. Click on it.
  4. Set Your Times: Check the box that says Loop a portion. Type the exact start time and end time. The video will now repeat between those two times automatically.

Method 3: Simple Looper Websites (Works on Everything)

Works on: Computers, iPhones, and Android phones

What if you want to loop a long section but do not want to install any extension or app? You can use a free website made just for looping. This works on any device as long as you have an internet browser.

This is best for a quick loop when you do not want to download software.

Here is how to do it:

  1. Copy the Video Link: Go to YouTube, find your video, and copy the link. On a phone, tap Share and then Copy Link. On a computer, copy the URL from the address bar.
  2. Go to a Looping Site: Open a new tab and go to a site like LoopTube.io or YoutubeLoop.net.
  3. Paste the Link: Paste the link into the search bar on that website and press search.
  4. Adjust the Sliders: When the video loads, you will see sliders below it. Drag them to mark where the loop should start and end. The website will play that part on repeat.

Method 4: Practice Apps for Your Phone

Works on: Android and iPhone

Using websites on a mobile browser can sometimes feel slow and clunky. If you use your phone every day to practice a dance, a sport, or music, downloading a small app is much better.

This is best for people who need precise control on a phone screen.

  1. Get the App: Open the App Store on iPhone or Play Store on Android. Search for terms like Loop2Learn or Music Speed Changer. Download a free looping app.
  2. Copy the Video Link: Copy the YouTube link of the video you want to watch.
  3. Load the Video in the App: Open the app and paste the link in the player.
  4. Set Your Points: The app will have big, simple buttons. Tap them to set the start point (often called point A) and end point (often called point B). Many of these apps also let you slow down the video speed, which is great for learning fast movements.

A Few Helpful Tips

  • Turn Off Next Video: Make sure YouTube's "Autoplay" is turned off. If autoplay is on, YouTube might jump to a new, random video when the loop stops, which will break your focus.
  • Use Keyboard Shortcuts: If you are on a computer and want to jump back quickly, you do not need to click. Press the Left Arrow Key on your keyboard to go back 5 seconds. Press the J key to go back 10 seconds.
  • Watch Your Data: Looping a high-quality video uses a lot of internet data because it keeps downloading the video. If you are on a limited mobile plan, try to connect to Wi-Fi first.

Learning a new skill takes time and patience. By using the right loop method, you can focus on practicing instead of constantly reaching for the rewind button. If you are learning technical subjects, you can read our guide on how to learn programming today or see how building projects like the YTP Length tool helps you learn, as described in How JavaScript Namaste Playlist Led to YTP. Try these out and see which one feels best for you!

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