Netflix remains one of best streaming serviceswith tons of best shows and movies available to viewers at will. However, the user interface and experience can be a bit frustrating at times. Now it looks like Netflix is giving us an upgrade.
As reported by The edge (opens in a new tab), Netflix just gave users the ability to customize subtitle formatting while watching a show or movie in the Netflix app. Previously, you could change the size and style of your Netflix subtitles, but only by logging into Netflix through a web browser and making changes there. Additionally, these changes would be made to your entire account – you could not make changes based on show-by-show (or movie-by-movie).
But now you can make your changes based on the content you watch, while you watch it. Not only is this a welcome extra level of accessibility, but it can really make it easier for everyone to read, as different users prefer different styles of subtitles, so now you can easily adapt them. Some movies and shows can also benefit from differently formatted subtitles, so it’s great that you can now customize them on the fly.
How to Change Subtitles While Watching Netflix
The other good news? This subtitle upgrade is live right now, so we’ve already tested it for you. Here’s how to change subtitles while watching Netflix:
1. Open Settings
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Assuming you’re already watching a show or movie on Netflix, here’s where things start. First of all, click down while watching and select the Settings cogwheel to see your options. This opens the subtitle settings submenu.
2. Change the size of your subtitles
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Now that you’re in the subtitle settings, you can choose a subtitle size and style. First of all, select a caption size. You have three options here: Small, Medium, and Large.
3. Change your subtitle style
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Now switch from subtitle size to subtitle style and select a subtitle style. You have four options here: Drop Shadow, Dark, Contrast, and Light.
4. Exit Settings
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And that’s all! Now you can click back For exit on-screen menu and enjoy your new subtitles.
One thing that’s important to note – these changes are only live on TVs and streaming devices. These changes aren’t currently in effect on phones, though that could just be due to the phone’s small screen size limiting Netflix options.
So now that your subtitles are fixed, you’ll need some shows and movies to watch. So look at these seven Netflix Horror Movies with 90% or More on Rotten Tomatoes Or At his best – which is probably the best Netflix show you’re not watching right now. And be sure to check out our guide to best tvs if your viewing experience needs an upgrade.