Hi Tecnobits! How are you? Now that they make me watch videos on Facebook, how do I remove the “Watch video” icon? Help!
How to remove the "Watch video" icon on Facebook
1. How can I remove the “Watch Video” icon on Facebook?
To remove the “Watch video” icon on Facebook, follow these steps:
- Open the Facebook app on your mobile device or access the website in your browser.
- Go to your profile or to the profile of the person who shared the video.
- Locate the video post you want to hide.
- Click on the options menu that appears in the upper right corner of the post (three dots).
- Select the “Hide Post” or “Hide from Timeline” option to stop seeing the video in your feed.
2. Is it possible to block videos in my news feed on Facebook?
Yes, you can block videos in your Facebook news feed by following these steps:
- Access your Facebook account settings from the app or the website.
- Go to the »News Settings» section
- Select “News Preferences”
- Click “Manage your account” and then “Ad Preferences”
- There you can turn off video autoplay and hide certain types of ads, including videos.
3. Can I stop videos from playing automatically in my news feed?
Yes, you can prevent videos from playing automatically in your Facebook News Feed by following these steps:
- Open the Facebook app on your mobile device or access the website in your browser.
- Go to your account settings.
- Select “Settings and privacy” and then “Settings”.
- Go to “Autoplay” and choose the “Never play videos automatically” option.
4. What should I do if I want to hide all the videos in my feed?
If you want to hide all videos in your Facebook news feed, follow these steps:
- Access your Facebook account settings from the app or the website.
- Go to the »News Settings» section
- Select “News Preferences”
- Click “Manage Your Account” and then “Content Preferences”
- There you can hide certain types of posts, including videos.
5. Is there a browser extension that allows me to remove the “Watch Video” icons on Facebook?
There are some browser extensions that can help you remove or block the “Watch Video” icons on Facebook, such as:
- AdBlock
- uBlock Origin
- AdGuard
6. Is it possible to hide a specific user's videos on Facebook?
Yes, you can hide a specific user's videos on Facebook by following these steps:
- Go to the profile of the user whose videos you want to hide.
- Click the “Follow” button if you are not following the user, or “Following” if you already are.
- Select the “Unfollow” option to stop seeing their posts in your news feed.
7. Can I turn off video autoplay in the Facebook app?
Yes, you can turn off video autoplay in the Facebook app by following the following steps:
- Open the Facebook application on your mobile device.
- Go to your account settings.
- Go to “Settings & Privacy” and then “Account Settings.”
- Go to “Videos & Photos” and choose “Autoplay”.
- There you can select the “Never play videos automatically” option.
8. Are there other ways to customize video playback on Facebook?
Yes, in addition to turning off autoplay, you can customize video playback on Facebook by following these steps:
- Go to your Facebook account settings.
- Select “Videos & Photos” and choose the playback quality you prefer.
- You can also enable or disable HD playback and video playback with mobile data.
9. Is it possible to report an inappropriate video on Facebook?
Yes, you can report an inappropriate video on Facebook by following these steps:
- Click on the options menu that appears in the upper right corner of the video.
- Select the "Report video" option and choose the reason why you consider it inappropriate.
- Facebook will review your report and take necessary action if the video violates community guidelines.
10. Where can I find more information about playing videos on Facebook?
You can find more information about playing videos on Facebook in the platform's help section, where you will find detailed guides and answers to frequently asked questions related to this topic.
Until next time, Tecnobits! Remember, life is short, so remove the “Watch Video” icon on Facebook and live in the moment! 😉👋
How to remove the “Watch video” icon on Facebook
I am Sebastián Vidal, a computer engineer passionate about technology and DIY. Furthermore, I am the creator of tecnobits.com, where I share tutorials to make technology more accessible and understandable for everyone.