This was a highly requested feature and yet absent until today, but Netflix has just announced it: it is now possible to take a screenshot of series or films on the platform.
Netflix users on their phones know: taking a screenshot of a Netflix series or movie is impossible. If out of curiosity, you happen to try to do it, you will get a white or black screen ruining any attempt. This feature, long criticized by Internet users, was a way for the platform to prevent the sharing of images protected by copyright. The platform recently announced that this feature, little appreciated by the general public, was destined to disappear.
“Moments”, the new Netflix option
With its new feature called “Moments”, Netflix intends to satisfy its users and mark a singular advance compared to its competitors. The principle is simple: it will now be possible to save your favorite scene by tapping on the screen and clicking on the logo at the bottom left of the phone“Moments”. Once the scene is recorded, you are free to watch it again as much as you want and enjoy this special moment.
Each extract will automatically be placed in the “My Netflix” tab and will have the name of the program viewed, the episode number and the precise timecode as a title. The platform of streaming will also make it easier to share the capture on social networks, by offering several big names like Instagram, Snapchat, Messenger, or even WhatsApp.
S ia feature is available today for users ofiOS in certain countries, Android supporters will have to be patient: “Moments” will only be available to them in several weeks.
Well thought out timing
Releasing this highly anticipated feature today reveals a well-thought-out strategy by Netflix. With the return of big titles like Squid Game at the end of 2024, the streaming giant intends to bring together all its subscribers as much as possible for a more enjoyable experience.
Barely released, “Moments” is likely to see new additions in the future, according to the Netflix staff themselves. A way for the company to promise its subscribers better viewing sessions in the future.