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# How to Add Live YouTube Video Feed in Elementor?

## Key Takeaways

- The Plus Addons for Elementor includes a Social Feed widget that allows users to embed a live YouTube feed on their website.
- Users can select from five YouTube Types in the Social Feed widget: User feed, Handle, Channel, Playlist, and Search.
- The Social Feed widget enables users to change the video thumbnail size and set a maximum number of videos displayed.
- Users can display YouTube videos in different layouts including Grid, Masonry, and Carousel using the Social Feed widget.

Do you want to add a Live YouTube feed to your Elementor website? Integrating YouTube videos into your website can be a powerful way to engage your audience and enhance the user experience.

With the Social Feed widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can easily embed a live YouTube feed in your Elementor website.

*To check the complete feature overview documentation of The Plus Addons for Elementor Social Feed widget, [click here](https://theplusaddons.com/docs/social-feed-elementor-widget/).*

***Requirement  - This widget is a part of The Plus Addons for Elementor, make sure it's installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.***

[LIVE WIDGET LINK](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed)

To do this add the Social Feed widget on the page and follow the steps. 

1. Select the appropriate layout and style for the feed. 

2. Then go to the **Social Feeds** section. Here you’ll find an item, open the item, and select **YouTube** from the **Source** dropdown.

3. After that [add the API Key](https://theplusaddons.com/docs//get-a-youtube-api-key-for-wordpress/) in the **Access Token** field.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-new.png)

4. Then from the **YouTube Type** dropdown, you have to select the from where you want to show the videos. Here you’ll find three options - 

- **User feed** - To show YouTube videos from a user.

- **Handle** - To show YouTube videos from a handle.

- **Channel** - To show YouTube videos from a channel.

- **Playlist** - To show YouTube videos from a playlist.

- **Search** - To show YouTube videos for a particular search term.

Select the option as per your requirements, you’ll see different settings for each option.

You can change the video thumbnail size from the **Thumbnail Size** dropdown.

In the **Category (For Filter)** section, you can add a category to the feed which can be used with the **Filter Option** to filter posts by category.

From the **Max Results** field, you can set the maximum number of videos to be displayed.

### How to Show YouTube Videos From a Handle?

With the Social Feed widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can easily show videos from a particular YouTube handle on your Elementor website.

#### Find Handle Name

For this first, you need to find the handle name of the channel, from which you want to show the videos. 

To find the handle name of any YouTube channel follow the steps - 

1. Go to the home page of the channel. 

2. In the address bar the characters with “*@*” is the handle name.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/youtube-handle-name.png)

#### Use the Social Feed Widget

Then add the Social Feed widget on the page and follow the steps.

1. After selecting the appropriate layout and style for the feed, go to the **Social Feed** section. Open the item, and select **YouTube** from the **Source** dropdown.

2. After that add the API Key in the **Access Token** field.

3. Then select **Handle** from the **YouTube Type** dropdown.

4. After that add the handle name (without @) in the **Handle Name** field.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-handle-new.png)

Now you’ll see videos from that specific YouTube handle.

### How to Show YouTube Videos From a Channel?

With the Social Feed widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can easily show videos from a particular YouTube channel on your Elementor website.

#### Find Channel ID

For this first, you need to find the channel ID of the channel, from which you want to show the videos. 

You can use [this tool](https://www.tunepocket.com/youtube-channel-id-finder/) to find the channel ID of any YouTube channel. You have to add the channel handle name and you’ll get the channel ID.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/youtube-channel-id.gif)

#### Use the Social Feed Widget

Then add the Social Feed widget on the page and follow the steps.

1. After selecting the appropriate layout and style for the feed, go to the **Social Feed** section. Open the item, and select **YouTube** from the **Source** dropdown.

2. After that add the API Key in the **Access Token** field.

3. Then select **Channel** from the **YouTube Type** dropdown.

4. After that add the channel ID in the **Channel ID** field.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-channel-new.png)

From the **Video Order** dropdown, you can order the videos based on date, title, view count etc.

Now you’ll see videos from that specific YouTube channel.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-channel-demo.png)

### How to Show YouTube Videos From a Playlist?

With the Social Feed widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can easily show videos from a particular YouTube playlist on your Elementor website.

#### Find Playlist ID

For this first, you need to find the playlist ID of the playlist, from which you want to show the videos. To find the playlist ID follow the steps - 

1. Open the playlist you want to add the videos from.

2. In the address bar the characters after “*list=*” is the playlist ID.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/youtube-playlist-id.png)

#### Use the Social Feed Widget

Then add the Social Feed widget on the page and follow the steps.

1. After selecting the appropriate layout and style for the feed, go to the **Social Feed** section. Open the item, and select **YouTube** from the **Source** dropdown.

2. After that add the API Key in the **Access Token** field.

3. Then select **Playlist** from the **YouTube Type** dropdown.

4. After that add the playlist ID in the **Playlist ID** field.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-playlist-new.png)

Now you’ll see videos from that specific YouTube playlist.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-playlist-demo.png)

### How to Show YouTube Videos From a Search Term?

With the Social Feed widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can show YouTube videos from a particular search term on your Elementor website.

To do this add the Social Feed widget on the page and follow the steps.

1. After selecting the appropriate layout and style for the feed, go to the **Social Feed** section. Open the item, and select **YouTube** from the **Source** dropdown.

2. After that add the API Key in the **Access Token** field.

3. Then select **Search** from the **YouTube Type** dropdown.

4. After that add the search term in the **Search Query** field.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-search-new.png)

Now you’ll see videos related to that search term.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-search-demo.png)

### How to Show YouTube Feed in a Grid Layout?

With the Social Feed widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor, you can show the YouTube feed in a beautiful grid layout. 

1. Select **Grid** from the **Layout** section of the Social Feed widget.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-grid-new.png)

From the **Style** dropdown, you can select different styles for your grid.

2. Then select **YouTube** from the **Source** dropdown under **Social Feeds**.

3. After that add the API Key in the **Access Token** field.

4. Then select the appropriate type from the **YouTube Type** and add the necessary details.

Now the YouTube videos will show in a beautiful grid layout.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-grid-demo.png)

### How to Show YouTube Feed in a Masonry Layout?

To display the YouTube feed in a masonry layout on your Elementor website, use The Plus Addons for Elementor's Social Feed widget. 

1. Select **Masonry** from the **Layout** section of the Social Feed widget.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-masonry-new.png)

From the **Style** dropdown, you can select different styles for your masonry layout.

2. Then select **YouTube** from the **Source** dropdown under **Social Feeds**.

3. After that add the API Key in the **Access Token** field.

4. Then select the appropriate type from the **YouTube Type** and add the necessary details.

Now the YouTube videos will show in a unique masonry layout.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-masonry-demo.png)

### How to Create a YouTube Video Carousel?

To display the YouTube feed as a carousel on your Elementor website, use The Plus Addons for Elementor's Social Feed widget. 

1. Select **Carousel **from the **Layout** section of the Social Feed widget.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-carousel-new.png)

From the **Style** dropdown, you can select different styles for your carousel layout.

2. Then select **YouTube** from the **Source** dropdown under **Social Feeds**.

3. After that add the API Key in the **Access Token** field.

4. Then select the appropriate type from the **YouTube Type** and add the necessary details.

Now the YouTube videos will show as a carousel.

From the **Carousel** tab under **Style, **you can manage the carouse settings and some styles.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/social-feed-youtube-carousel-demo-1024x441.gif)

***Suggested Reading***: *[How to Get a YouTube API Key for WordPress? (Easy Method)](https://theplusaddons.com/docs//get-a-youtube-api-key-for-wordpress/)*

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What if my YouTube videos aren't displaying in the feed?**
A: If your YouTube videos aren't showing up, ensure that you've correctly added your API Key in the Access Token field. Without a valid API Key, the Social Feed widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor won't be able to access YouTube's data. You can find instructions on how to obtain an API Key [here](https://theplusaddons.com/docs//get-a-youtube-api-key-for-wordpress/).

**Q: Can I show videos from a specific YouTube handle using The Plus Addons for Elementor?**
A: Yes, you can show videos from a specific YouTube handle. First, find the handle name from the channel's homepage. Then, select 'Handle' from the YouTube Type dropdown in the Social Feed widget and enter the handle name (without the '@'). This allows you to display videos specifically from that handle.

**Q: What layout options are available for displaying the YouTube feed?**
A: The Plus Addons for Elementor offers multiple layout options for displaying the YouTube feed, including Grid, Masonry, and Carousel layouts. Each layout provides a unique visual presentation of the videos, allowing you to choose what best fits your website's design. You can select the desired layout from the Layout section of the Social Feed widget.

**Q: How do I filter YouTube videos by category in the feed?**
A: To filter YouTube videos by category, use the Category (For Filter) section in the Social Feed widget. By adding a category, you can utilize the Filter Option to display only videos that match your specified category. This helps in organizing content and makes it easier for users to find relevant videos.

**Q: What happens if I don't set a maximum number of results for the YouTube feed?**
A: If you don't set a maximum number of results in the Max Results field, the Social Feed widget may display a default number of videos, which could be more than you intended. Setting this limit allows you to control how many videos are shown, ensuring that your layout remains clean and user-friendly.

**Q: Can I display YouTube videos from a playlist using The Plus Addons for Elementor?**
A: Yes, you can display videos from a specific YouTube playlist. To do this, you need to find the playlist ID and select 'Playlist' from the YouTube Type dropdown in the Social Feed widget. Enter the playlist ID in the relevant field, and the videos from that playlist will be displayed on your site.