TikTok launches new 'unified' For You page on desktop

TikTok launches new 'unified' For You page on desktop
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TikTok has launched a new desktop viewing experience on its For You page, aiming to make it more immersive and user-friendly.

What they said: In a blog post, the company said that the updates aim to create "a seamless, unified viewing experience that mirrors the features people love in the mobile experience."

"By enhancing our desktop capabilities, we aim to bring TikTok's handheld magic on desktop, providing an engaging experience with greater flexibility so you can enjoy TikTok anytime, anywhere. As TikTok evolves, we remain committed to innovating for our community and ensuring the platform is accessible for all," said Cody Puckett, Product Manager.

What's changed:

  • Immersive Modular Design – A refreshed layout with repositioned navigation for easier content discovery.
  • LIVE Gaming Streaming – Full-screen viewing in portrait or landscape mode, optimising live content for desktop users.
  • Web-Exclusive Floating Player – A Chrome-only feature allowing users to keep TikTok open while multitasking.
  • New Collections Feature – Organise and categorise saved videos for easy access.

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