Updated July 2026
YouTube TV Channel Numbers
Unlike cable, YouTube TV does not use traditional channel numbers. Instead it organizes networks by name in a customizable live guide. Here's how to find the channels you used to know by number.
Does YouTube TV have channel numbers?
No. YouTube TV replaces the old numeric grid with a searchable, name-based live guide. There is no 'channel 2' or 'channel 7' to tune to — you search or scroll by network name instead.
If you're used to cable numbering (channel 4 for NBC, channel 7 for ABC, and so on), just search the network name in YouTube TV and add it to your Favorites for quick access.
Finding networks that used to have numbers
- Use the search icon and type the network name (e.g. 'ABC').
- Star networks to pin them to the top of your live guide.
- Reorder your Favorites so your most-watched channels appear first.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a specific channel on YouTube TV?
Use the search function and type the network's name. You can then add it to your Favorites for faster access in the live guide.
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