PHMorphe: Independent Project Overview
Morphe is an independent project based on ReVanced, designed to provide extensive customization and feature enhancements for the YouTube Android application.Technical Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| App Version | 20.47.62 |
| ρá†ch Version | Morphe Patches mpp v1.24.0-dev.6 |
| Package Name | app.morphe.android.youtube |
| Architecture | arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64 |
| Screen DPI | 120dpi, 160dpi, 240dpi, 320dpi, 480dpi, 640dpi |
| Android Req. | 9.0+ |
| Languages | Full Multi-Language support |
| Requirement | GmsCore (Non-Root variant) |
Core Feature Set
Content & Ad Management
- Ad Blocking: Removes general and in-player video ads.
- SponsorBlock: Skips undesired segments like sponsored content.
- Background Playback: Removes restrictions on background play, including kids' content.
- Alternative Thumbnails: Replaces thumbnails via DeArrow API or video captures.
- Sanitize Sharing Links: Removes tracking parameters from shared URLs.
Player & UI Customization
- Seekbar Controls: Disable precise seeking, enable tap-to-seek, or hide the seekbar.
- Swipe Controls: Configurable volume and brightness gestures.
- Miniplayer: Options to modify the in-app minimized player behavior.
- Branding: Custom app icons, names, and header logos (Non-root only).
- Layout Components: Hide Shorts components, action buttons, end screen cards, and info cards.
- Form Factor: Switch UI between phone, tablet, or automotive layouts.
Functionality & Behavior
- Shorts Enhancements: Autoplay next Short, open Shorts in regular player, or disable resuming Shorts on startup.
- Video Quality: Set default qualities, spoof device dimensions for higher resolutions, and force original audio.
- External Support: Support for external video downloaders and external browser links.
- Interaction: Disable double-tap gestures, haptic feedback, and auto-captions.
Applied Patches
- Visuals: Theme (Pure Black support), Ambient mode, Custom player overlay opacity, Disable rolling number animations.
- Bypasses: Remove viewer discretion/age-restriction dialogs, Bypass URL redirects, Bypass image region restrictions.
- Compatibility: GmsCore support, Spoof app version, Spoof video streams (fix playback issues), Disable QUIC protocol.
- System: Enable debugging, Check watch history DNS resolution, Open videos in fullscreen portrait.
Installation & Configuration
- Install GmsCore (MicroG Services).
- Install the Morphe APK.
- Log in via Google account.
- Playback Fix: If experiencing buffering, enable Spoof video streams under
Settings > Morphe > Settings > Miscellaneous. - Customization: Access branding and header options under
Settings > Morphe > Settings > General.
Recent Updates (v20.47.62)
- Base application updated to YouTube v20.47.62.
- Updated Morphe mpp patches with various bug fixes and optimizations.
- Hide layout components: Added list preference for hiding expandable cards.