Netflix has announced that it has finally given subscribers the option to turn off the autoplay preview function in a user’s settings after subscribers voiced their irritation with the feature. The announcement was made via Netflix’s Twitter page, replying to a user’s complaint, “my entire kingdom for a way to turn off the autoplay while browsing Netflix,” with the following message:

“Some people find this feature helpful. Others not so much. We’ve heard the feedback loud and clear — members can now control whether or not they see autoplay previews on Netflix.”

If you’ve been annoyed by the divisive function which will automatically start playing a series or movie if you hover over the title, and want to know how to turn off Netflix’s autoplay preview for yourself, check out the step-by-step instructions below:

How do you turn autoplay on or off?

  1. Sign In to Netflix from a web browser.
  2. Select Manage Profiles from the menu.
  3. Select the profile you’d like to update.
  4. Check or uncheck the option to Autoplay previews while browsing on all devices.

Now that you know how to turn off that autoplay preview, check out everything coming to Netflix in February the video below:

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Here’s an example of what the updated UI looks like:

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For more on Netflix, be sure to check out our spoiler-free review of Locke & Key: Season 1, The Witcher: Season 2 adds an all-new character not featured in any of Andrzej Sapkowski’s original novels, and Castlevania: Season 3 finally gets a release date.

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Source: IGN.com Netflix Will Finally Let You Turn Off That Annoying Autoplay Preview Feature