YouTube Music has updated the Progressive Web App (PWA) version with new features aimed at bridging the gap between desktop usability and mobile app functionalities. One of the standout updates arrived in March, introducing the long-awaited ability to download songs directly from music.youtube.com.

In another stride towards parity with its mobile counterparts, YouTube Music’s web Progressive Web App (PWA) recently adopted a refreshed design for albums and playlists. Mirroring the layout seen on Android tablets and foldable devices, the update introduces a sleek two-column interface that optimizes screen space with prominent album artwork and a subtly blurred background. Despite initial rollout challenges, these changes have stabilized, offering users a more visually engaging and intuitive browsing experience.

Further refining its desktop capabilities, YouTube Music’s PWA now boasts an expanded navigation rail, enhancing accessibility to playlists and providing seamless navigation across the platform. Last June’s comprehensive website redesign laid the groundwork for these updates, setting a precedent for ongoing improvements that prioritize cross-platform consistency and user satisfaction.

Notably, enhancements to the web mini player in March aligned its appearance closely with the Android and iOS app’s “Now Playing” interface, enhancing usability and streamlining controls for users on desktops and laptops. Combined with recent updates that allow the PWA to remember the last played song or podcast episode, YouTube Music’s web experience now offers a more persistent and application-like feel.