How To Clear Continue Watching On Amazon Prime App
Okay, let's talk about that Continue Watching list on Amazon Prime Video. It's supposed to be a helpful reminder, right? But sometimes, it becomes a graveyard of half-watched movies and shows you swear you'll get back to... someday.
Well, "someday" is today! Let's banish those digital cobwebs.
The Great Purge: How To Remove Content
Here’s how to finally declutter that list and feel the sweet, sweet freedom of a clean slate. There are a few ways to do it, and we'll cover them all!
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Method 1: The Direct Approach (Using a Web Browser)
First, fire up your computer and head to the Amazon Prime Video website. Yes, you'll need to do this on a computer, tablet, or your phone's browser, because the mobile app is a bit… shy about letting you directly edit that list.
Log in to your account. Find the Continue Watching section. Hover your mouse over the movie or show you want to evict. You should see a little "X" or a dropdown menu appear.
Click that bad boy. A confirmation message might pop up. Confirm it! Poof! Gone! It’s like you were never even interested in that documentary about competitive cheese sculpting.
Method 2: The Play-Then-Rewind Trick
This is a slightly sneakier way, but works on many devices. Find the offending title on your Prime Video app (on your TV, phone, or tablet). Press play!
Now, rewind all the way back to the very beginning. Let it play for a few seconds - maybe 20-30 is the safe bet.
Then, exit out of the video. Ta-da! In many cases, this will trick the system into thinking you've finished watching, and it will vanish from your Continue Watching list. It’s like reverse psychology for your streaming service!
Method 3: The Nuclear Option (Watching 'til the End)
Okay, this isn't exactly a way to clear the list without watching, but hear me out! If it's a short movie or a single episode of a show, sometimes the fastest way to get rid of it is to just... watch it. I know, I know, revolutionary!
Put your phone down, grab a snack (popcorn highly recommended for this mission), and commit! Once it's over, it'll automatically disappear from the list.
Method 4: Dig Into Your Watch History
Did you know Amazon Prime Video keeps track of everything you've watched? Sometimes, removing an item from your watch history can also remove it from the Continue Watching list. Sneaky, right?
To find your watch history, you'll usually need to go through your Amazon account settings (not directly in the Prime Video app). Look for something like "Video Purchases & Rentals" or "Your Account" then "Watch History."
From there, you should be able to find and remove those lingering titles. Sometimes the system needs a little nudge!
Reclaim Your Continue Watching List!
So there you have it! Multiple methods to conquer that unruly Continue Watching list. No more digital clutter! No more being judged by Amazon's algorithm for your abandoned viewing habits!
Go forth and cleanse! And remember, it's okay to abandon a show. There are too many good things to watch to waste time on something that doesn't spark joy!
You deserve a Continue Watching list filled only with titles you’re actually excited about.
