How to Enable Subtitles and Audio Description on Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video is a popular streaming service that offers a vast selection of movies and TV shows that you can watch on your smart TV, computer, tablet, or smartphone. For those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or blind, Amazon Prime Video also provides subtitles and audio description options to improve your streaming experience. These features help increase accessibility and make the content available to a wider audience. Here’s how to enable subtitles and audio description on Amazon Prime Video.
How to Enable Subtitles:
1. Open the Amazon Prime Video app or website and click on the video you want to watch.
2. Click the CC icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
3. You’ll see a list of available captions for the video. Select the language that you prefer.
4. If you don’t see any captions, you can check if the video has captions available by clicking on the “More” tab underneath the video title.
5. Once you enable the captions, the subtitles will be displayed at the bottom of the screen while the video is playing.
How to Enable Audio Description:
1. Open the Amazon Prime Video app or website and click on the video you want to watch.
2. Click on the gear icon at the bottom right corner of the screen to open the playback settings.
3. Click on “Audio” to reveal the available audio tracks for the video.
4. Find and select the track that says “English – Audio Description” or the language you need.
5. The audio description will now be enabled, and you’ll hear a narrator describing what is happening on the screen.
It’s important to note that not all videos on Amazon Prime have captions or audio descriptions available. You can check if a movie or TV show has these features by looking for the subtitles and audio description icons at the bottom of the movie’s thumbnail on the Amazon Prime Video app.
Amazon Prime Video’s subtitles and audio description options make it easier for those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or blind to enjoy the same content as everyone else. By following these simple steps, you can enable these options and enhance your viewing experience on Amazon Prime Video.