Overview
- Creators say the SRV3 upload option has disappeared from YouTube Studio and previously uploaded files are being removed from live videos.
- The SRV3 format enabled stacked bilingual lines with custom colors, outlines, drop shadows, and precise on-screen positioning.
- VTuber channels and Japan- and Korea-based creators, including groups such as Hololive, relied on SRV3 for clearer translations in fast-paced content.
- Supporters warn the loss reduces accessibility for viewers who benefit from separated translation lines and higher legibility.
- Some creators fear the change will push channels toward default AI-generated captions, and they are seeking clarification from YouTube.