PHMorphe: YouTube Project Overview
Morphe is an independent project based on ReVanced, designed to provide extensive customization and feature enhancements for the YouTube Android client.Technical Specifications
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Base Version | YouTube v21.17.482 |
| ρá†ch Version | Morphe Patches (mpp) v1.25.0 |
| Package Name | app.morphe.android.youtube |
| Architectures | arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64 |
| DPI | 120dpi, 160dpi, 240dpi, 320dpi, 480dpi, 640dpi |
| Requirements | GmsCore (MicroG Services) for Non-Root installations |
Key Features
Ad Blocking & Content Filtering
- Ad Removal: Options to hide general ads and video player ads.
- SponsorBlock: Skip sponsored segments, intros, and outros.
- Return YouTube Dislike: Restores visibility of dislike counts.
- DeArrow API: Integration for alternative thumbnails and titles.
- Sanitize Sharing Links: Removes tracking parameters from shared URLs.
Player & UI Customization
- Seekbar Controls: Options for tap-to-seek, slide-to-seek, and hiding the seekbar.
- Swipe Controls: Configurable volume and brightness gestures.
- Video Quality: Set default qualities and force the advanced quality menu.
- Layout Components: Hide Shorts, end screen cards, info cards, and suggested videos.
- Branding: Custom app icons, app names, and header logos (Premium/Morphe styles).
- Theme: Custom background themes, including pure black for OLED.
Functionality & Utility
- Background Playback: Removes restrictions on background and kids' video playback.
- Downloads: Integration for external downloaders via in-app buttons.
- Spoofing: Spoof app version and device dimensions to unlock features or 4K quality.
- Shorts Enhancements: Autoplay next Short, disable double-tap to like, or open Shorts in the regular player.
- System Integration: Bypass URL redirects and open links in external browsers.
ρá†ch Log (mpp v1.25.0)
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| New Features | Added "Hide live chat donators bar," "Disable double-tap to like" (Shorts), "Hide quick actions," and "Hide Cast button." |
| Experimental | Added experimental support for v21.17.480. |
| Bug Fixes | Resolved fullscreen ads on older versions; fixed "Hide info panel" in search; fixed back button behavior in regular player Shorts. |
| Media Controls | Added options to hide previous/next and seekbar in notification media controls. |
Configuration & Installation
- Non-Root Installation: Requires GmsCore to be installed prior to the Morphe APK.
- Playback Issues: If playback buffering occurs, enable Settings > Morphe > Miscellaneous > Spoof video streams.
- UI Customization: App icon, name, and header settings are located under Settings > Morphe > General.
- Mounting: Branding changes (icon/name) are unavailable for rooted/mounted installations.