PHYouTube Morphe Project Overview
YouTube Morphe is a modified version of the YouTube application based on the Vanced project. It is designed to run as a standalone secondary application and does not require root access for installation.Technical Specifications
| Detail | Specification |
| Base Version | YouTube v20.44.38 |
| ρá†ch Engine | Standard 1.17.0 |
| Architecture | Arm, Arm64 |
| Theming | Amoled (Pure Black) |
| Root Required | No (Non-root) |
| Compatibility | GmsCore / MicroG support |
Core Feature Set
| Category | Features & Capabilities |
| Ad Blocking | Removes general UI ads and video player advertisements. |
| Playback | Background play (including kids' videos), SponsorBlock integration, loop video, and auto-exit fullscreen on video end. |
| Interface Customization | Change app icon/name, modify header logo, adjust player overlay opacity, and toggle navigation buttons (Shorts, etc.). |
| Player Controls | Custom swipe controls (brightness/volume), tap-to-seek, disable double-tap gestures, and configurable playback speeds. |
| Content Filtering | Hide end-screen cards, info cards, related video overlays, and Shorts components. Auto-accepts viewer discretion dialogs. |
| Privacy & Utility | Sanitize sharing links (remove tracking), copy video URLs, bypass URL redirects, and open links in external browsers. |
| Technical Fixes | Spoof app version/device dimensions, VP9/HDR codec toggles, and GmsCore support for non-root account sync. |
| Data & Quality | Set default video quality, alternative thumbnails (DeArrow API), and bypass image region restrictions. |
Detailed ρá†ch Documentation
- SponsorBlock: Skip segments like sponsored content, intros, and outros.
- Spoofing: "Spoof app version" to restore legacy UI; "Spoof video streams" to prevent playback issues.
- Shorts Enhancements: Options for autoplay, disabling startup resume, or opening Shorts in the regular video player.
- UI Layout: Change form factor between Phone, Tablet, and Automotive; hide player flyout menu items and timestamp.
- Advanced Settings: Disable auto-captions, haptic feedback, and sign-in to TV popups.
- Debugging: Integrated tools for DNS watch history checks and Morphe log exporting.
Installation Procedure
- GmsCore/MicroG: Install the MicroG APK to enable account login.
- Application: Install the YouTube Morphe APK.
- Authentication: Sign in to the Google account via the in-app interface.
Changelog & Mod Info
- Base Update: Migrated to YouTube v20.44.38.
- Optimization: Purged debug codes,
.sourcetags, and redundant checks. - Premium Features: Includes background play and ad-free environment.