Do you binge Netflix every weekend? It’s easy to understand you as the platform is extremely addictive due to loads of exclusive HQ content and only full-season releases. But are you sure you know all the features you need? We bet you don’t! Read this guide to figure it out.
1. Customize Every Profile
Netflix features a powerful recommendation algorithm, regardless of the platform you use it on. That’s why it’s so important to use multiple profiles if your account is for several family members who stream shows apart from each other. That’s where personalized profiles with password protection from kids are very helpful. Create a profile for every user and just choose yours every time you open the app.
2. Manage the “Continue Watching” List
Convenient binge-watching is what makes Netflix Netflix. If you want to make the most out of it, make sure to adjust your Continue Watching list by changing the order of shows and adding/deleting titles. This way you can totally automate the queue and do nothing but enjoy the endless streaming experience. No matter how many titles there are, they will all start from where you last stopped.
3. Watch Offline
Although Netflix is originally a streaming service for watching shows and movies online, it also lets you download episodes and even full seasons for offline viewing. The feature is available only on iOS and Android and for a limited list of titles. Most downloads last around 7 days and then block even if you don’t reconnect the device to the Internet, so make sure to watch everything within the gap.
4. Use Netflix Codes For Deeper Browsing
Netflix may not show you the entire list of shows in categories because the algorithms decide what’s worth for you to see and what’s not. However, there are some hidden categories that you may really like. You can bypass its suggestions by using the following search codes for these “hidden” genres:
- 7700 – westerns
- 4922 – satire
- 285 – courtroom movies
- 6895 – creature features
- 1485 – alcohol appreciation
- 6384 – tearjerkers
- 434 – Crime movies by Korean studios
- 46652 – cult shows
- 1252 – campy movies
- 9702 – screwball comedies
5. Employ Cross-Platform Accessibility
Netflix is available literally for everything that has a connection to the Internet and a color display. You can install it on all the devices you have, including Smart TVs, smartphones and tablets, computers (web version), all gaming consoles, and TV streaming devices. The great news is that you can continue watching your favorite shows from the very last moment from any device right away. All due to 24/7 cloud sync!
6. Use Keyboard Shortcut
If you use your computer to stream via a browser, you can use the following convenient shortcuts for faster navigation and controls:
- M – mute audio;
- Left and right arrow keys – 10-second rewind;
- S – skip the intro;
- Up and down arrow keys – volume up and down;
- F – open the full-screen mode
- Esc – quit full-screen mode
- Space/Enter – play and pause
7. Maintain Video Quality
To ensure that you stream in the best quality possible, you need to have a speedy Internet connection (WiFi, 4G, 5G), a well-charged device, and, of course, an enabled HD toggle in your account settings. To stream 4K Ultra-HD video, purchase Netflix Premium.
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Now that you’re a Netflix master, you can adjust your stream and enjoy the best titles at your own pace and order. Fortunately, the app is very easy to navigate and doesn’t limit experience customization. Did you find the tricks from this guide helpful? Which one’s your favorite? You can also offer more tips in the comments! And don’t forget to share them with friends.
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