Choosing a movie or series on Netflix is an indigestible task for many people. With the arrival of the new shuffle function, the streaming service offers a solution: the film or series that you are going to watch is selected for you.
Shuffle function ends long quests
Netflix makes a shuffle function available that relieves the user of choosing a series or film. It works easily: click on the ‘Play Something’ button and something will start playing immediately. The streaming service has been testing the shuffle button for years, but now it can be found ‘on all TV devices’, according to Netflix. At the time of writing, the position is not yet available in the Netherlands.
When you think you have seen everything on Netflix, you may not know what to turn on. The new function gives you the chance to end up with the more obscure films and series. This way you discover hidden pearls that you would never have clicked yourself.
Based on previous viewing behavior
The new shuffle function doesn’t just randomly play anything. Netflix bases the choices on things you watched before, the titles you currently watch and the movies and seriously that are still on your watch list. You may be presented with a title that you already know, but only if you last saw it a long time ago.
So you don’t have to be afraid of a horror movie if you only watch romantic comedies. If you are not happy with the film or series that you will see, there is the ‘Play Something Else’ button. This will remain in the picture for some time.
Shuffle function on iPhones and iPads is still a while away
Currently, the feature is only available for televisions. Netflix is also testing the feature on Android smartphones. One thing is certain: it will not take very long before the function can also be found in the mobile app.
Would you like to learn more about the streaming service? On iPhone you regularly read useful tips to get the most out of Netflix. For example, we explain how to stream your iPad to your TV or give tips on what to do if Netflix isn’t working.
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