Exploring streaming platforms goes beyond just streaming content. Amazon Prime Video not only offers a vast library of movies and series, but also offers a host of little-known features that can revolutionize the user experience.
Therefore, we have collected five “hidden” features of Prime Video Which has the potential to change the way you use and enjoy this digital entertainment platform.
Prime Video features not known by users – Image: Prime Video/Reproduction
1. Disable autoplay
Autoplay feature in Amazon Prime Video allows users to watch series without interruption, automatically skipping the credits to start the next episode.
To disable this function, simply access the app's “Settings” and disable the “Autoplay” option. This allows the credits to be displayed in full and gives the user control to manually start the next video.
How to disable the autoplay function – Image: TechTudo/Mariana Mangueira; Editing / Mariana Manguera / Reproduction
2. Watch episodes of the series randomly
Amazon Prime Video's shuffle button makes it easy to review favorite series without having to select a specific episode.
However, this option is only available on Android devices and some specific series.
To access it, choose the desired title and look for the “Randomized episodes” option next to the other options, then tap it to activate.
The random radio button is available for Android, but only on some series – Image: TechTudo/Mariana Mangueira; Editing / Mariana Manguera / Reproduction
3. Find out more about the cast
Prime Video's X-Ray feature is a notable distinction. Activated when you pause a video, and displays basic details about movies and series, imported from IMDb.
It features actors and songs and provides access to more comprehensive information, including trivia and the full cast and productions of other actors available on devices during playback.
The X-ray function displays relevant information about Prime Video titles – Image: TechTudo/Mariana Mangueira; Editing / Mariana Manguera / Reproduction
4. Hide content
Prime Video's hide function allows you to remove a movie or series from the options screen, and customize recommendations.
On your computer, simply click on the three dots next to the title and choose “Hide this movie”; On mobile, tap the title and choose “Hide this video.”
To undo, go to Settings, confirm your credentials, then access Hidden Videos and select what you want to restore.
To hide a title, move the cursor to it and wait until the “Hide video” option appears – Image: TechTudo/Mariana Mangueira; Editing / Mariana Manguera / Reproduction
5. Download free content to watch offline
Prime Video allows downloading films And episodes you can watch offline, so you can select individual episodes and choose the language and quality.
Downloaded titles are in the Downloads section. To delete them, go to Settings, open Streaming & Downloads and tap Manage downloads by device.
Download titles directly from the app to watch offline – Image: TechTudo/Mariana Mangueira; Editing / Mariana Manguera / Reproduction
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