Roku hacks you aren’t using (but should)

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Roku streaming sticks, boxes, and TVs are surprisingly powerful devices, if you know how to use them. These simple Roku tips and tricks can boost your enjoyment of your Roku in mere minutes.
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00:00 Intro
01:03 Reordering Channels/Apps
01:54 Removing Channels/Apps
02:11 Removing Menu Items
02:20 Changing the Theme
02:35 Changing the Screensaver
02:54 Adding Private Channels
03:39 The Roku App
04:09 Entering text with the app
04:30 Personalize your Screensaver with the Roku App
04:55 Casting Content
05:17 Screen Mirroring
06:16 Private Listening
06:57 Privacy
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@AFmedic Рік тому

I have had Roku since 2008 when they first came out. Upgraded several times and this video has taught me about features i never knew about. Thank You!

@NJGirl321 Рік тому

Moving my regular streaming apps towards the top was a great find...I also changed my screensaver...Great Tips

@christinebratsch2445 Рік тому

I had no idea about half of these thank you for posting keep it coming

@hollyprudom671 Рік тому

I'm glad this video popped up in my UKposts feed, I just ordered my Roku box system and this will help me set it up properly right away. Thank you so much, I can't wait for it to get here.

@kswensen2481 Рік тому

Set up the option for Roku to prompt you with a password before charging you! A must do. Scammers will scam.

@jackies961 Рік тому

@@kswensen2481 Roku does not charge for setup.

@abysses Рік тому

i really love their app. the way you can bookmark shows and channels is awesome. i also use the remote on the app a lot.

@BBMc107 Рік тому

Private listening tip was worth this video. When hubby is cooking, I want to watch TV and want my earbuds. Great tip!

@Reyescult Рік тому

I never think to use the Roku app. There are some great tips here. Thank you.

@technocatdance Рік тому

I am about to upgrade my roku skills this is great didn't know I could do so much!

@user-ci1kz1cc6t Рік тому

Thanks. Just got a Roku Express and learning how everything works.

@michaelortega5185 Рік тому

simple, straight forward and informative. Thanks I am now a subscriber.

@donnycollins1797 Рік тому

Great video man! Very practical and excellent, concise delivery.

@suzannecoffman5741 Рік тому

You had me at "organize the apps." Thanks!

@zakaroonetwork777 Рік тому

Thanks. I bought a TCL 50”Roku with your link. And I love

@OWK000 Рік тому

Thanks for these, especially avoiding the oji board typing nightmare. I already use the "private listening" to transfer sound to my JBL Charge 4 as my 32" Sony tv does not have great speakers and the JBL is very crisp and clear and I can put the speaker closer to me than the tv.

@Audiomainia2310 Рік тому

Thx so much - I have the app and love it but you've taught me a bit more / much appreciated!

@moistgrass79 Рік тому

I love watching Roku videos just because Roku’s design is so aesthetically pleasing

@terryota123 Рік тому

You need glasses that work that work my friend

@ShAdOwPuNk1995 Рік тому

You can also use the private listening to connect your roku to a Bluetooth speaker/sound system. We just recently used this for our outdoor theater set up and it worked perfectly!

@sk8rblond Рік тому

I came here to say this; connecting my phone to a bluetooth speaker lets me do this, and it's changed the WHOLE game!

@blakespower Рік тому

I dont understand just use headphones with your tv

@thatguyalex2835 Рік тому

I tested it with a Bluetooth smart speaker (Nest) and it worked. I'll stick to my TV speakers though, as there is a 0.1 second lag between lip motion and audio.

@SmallSpoonBrigade Рік тому

@@blakespower It's one fewer hop from the TV to your ears, which lessens the time delay. For another, many TVs don't have bluetooth support, and have a limited number of composite out and headphone jacks anyways. There's a a few reasons why more than one person might want to "private listen" at the same time including somebody else in the house that's trying to study or just wanting the improved isolation that it can provide.

@SmallSpoonBrigade Рік тому

@@thatguyalex2835 I wish more TVs would come with the ability to delay the picture by a split second to make up for that. At present, the best you can usually do is turn off as much of the processing as you can and hope it's enough. I remember when playing Rocksmith, that I had to do some funky wiring in order to get the delay close enough for the game to be playable.

@Aj85234480 Рік тому

Great video, thank you for posting. The best feature you did not mention in your list is the voice recognition feature when you press and hold the mic down. You can find almost anything and Roku does a pretty good job at giving you all the options within roku. Many times do you guys find yourself in this scenario.. you just watched the great show you kind of remember the name but you do not remember the app that you watched it on. This is when this feature is very helpful.

@bobhepburn2307 Рік тому

Very informative. Thank you!

@fridayjoefriday Рік тому

Have had a Roku Ultra for years, just three of the tips I've used are removing apps, moving apps and to a lesser degree vote on channel. Seems I had a upgraded ff, from start of paid advertising to end of advertising is a snap.

@farside51 Рік тому

Great video. Thanks for the tips. Easier than fumbling through a manual.

@maxigabime5308 Рік тому

Thanks for the tips! I'm waiting my roku to arrive! My old Hisense will now have almost all the apps that I want, except for the moment Star+. I hope they add that soon. Great video!

@darellnewsome4459 Рік тому

Very helpful! Thank you!

@RJM316 Рік тому

Thank you, this video will come in handy!

@michellewinter100 Рік тому

Thanks so much for the info on the private listening. I didn't know about that :)

@greghull3189 Рік тому

Thanks! I actually learned a couple of things from this video.

@digitaltrends Рік тому

Glad it was helpful!

@vonheise Рік тому

Thanks, great information. I will have to figure out the private listing as sound is an issue in our camper due to my wife going to bed much earlier than I do to stay on her work schedule.

@everyonelovesfriday2045 Рік тому

Same here BUT is seems using the phone for this requires the phone and Roku to be on the same network since I use my phone as the network I can’t get it to work for me. So I got a Roku that’s uses the remote for private listening.

@vonheise Рік тому

@@everyonelovesfriday2045 I haven't tried it yet, however I have a USB C to HDMI cable so I may be able to use my phone totally to connect to the TV.

@elizabethsmith38 Рік тому

Thanks for the tips!

@jbob2447 Рік тому

The best thing on the Roku app for me is getting to use wireless headphones with an older tv that doesn’t have Bluetooth capability built-in or a Roku remote with a built-in headphone Jack. But it doesn’t work on hotel networks for me which I hope Roku can fix one day.

@Ichijoe2112 Рік тому

I got a Roku (That I guess I really over paid for), while visiting the US recently. Given it was the Cheap 40$ dongle thing, that costs less than 20€s here for. It never had a Headphone Jack. My nVidia Shield Pro (2015), Remote however does. Though TBF the Roku Express is very pocketable, unlike the Shield. Hopefully I'll be able to get my VPN Service off my Phone, and into the wider LAN soon to take advantage of having a US based Roku. Again not nowing that that side was less Hardware, and more of an Internet Setup side, of it.

@Ichijoe2112 Рік тому

@AlbertaStrength There is plenty of free Channels on Roku as well as the major Streaming Services. Besides the Roku Channel, and the movies to be found there-in it also has Pluto TV, which is more or less the same thing. As someone who has used an nVida Shield (Android TV), these last five years. I have to say, that I find the UI, of the Roku to be more simplistic, and less cluttered than that of Googles Android TV Platform.

@sylargabrielsylar Рік тому

You can use Roku with hotel and dorm connection

@jbob2447 Рік тому

@@sylargabrielsylar The headphone connection on the app doesn't work with the hotels. I tried it in Europe and Japan and it wouldn't work.

@xjuicex7944 Рік тому

@@Ichijoe2112 40$ mine was 20$ sucka

@medbelheni9488 Рік тому

Great video as usual Caleb, when can we expect a review of TCL C83 and C73 series?

@Nai_Yaar Рік тому

Awesome video. Learned a lot. Thanks

@pinkplum3379 Рік тому

Thank you. Very helpful💐

@heartbeatbowie Рік тому

Awesome tips. I’ve had Roku for a few years and didn’t know some of this. Great idea for a video, thanks.

@digitaltrends Рік тому

Glad it was helpful!

@mikhalea. Рік тому

@@digitaltrends hi my name is mikhalea and I have a question do you know how to play movies in background on the official Roku remote if you don't I understand

@Salman.khan786 Рік тому

I got a roku tv last week first smart TV I’ve ever had, and I spent a few days just messing with it. And I figured out all these features 😂 It’s really just about exploring honestly. With anything new you should always explore. That’s my advice.

@AnastasiaBeaverhousn Рік тому

Duh 🙄

@leeannloughridge6773 Рік тому

I need a phone number for tech support for Roku can any one help

@paulmls6 Рік тому

This video is brilliant it has helped me so much i now know how to add or delete apps on the handset.

@maryaboyd2667 Рік тому

So helpful thanks😊

@52msdiane Рік тому

Thank you so much!! So helpful!! Can I use my tivo dvr to record programs from Fox, spectrum ect?? Blessings DT!

@nikoniko893 Рік тому

Very nice collection of tips.

@32202masterj Рік тому

While I only learned about private channels, I appreciate what you are doing for new Roku users.

@Ichijoe2112 Рік тому

Again are Private Channels still a thing when they were supposed to have ended back in February?

@32202masterj Рік тому

@@Ichijoe2112 Probably not. I haven't tried them. If my life holds true, any good news is a lie.

@DavidDavid-ix4lr Рік тому

Glad it was helpful!

@JenRaska Рік тому

I am definitely writing this down thank YOU for all your amazing videos they save me time and $$

@211sweetypie Рік тому

You can just save this video to the library’s watch later list for easy access to watch when you want.

@minsungso4698 Рік тому

Another awesome content 👍

@pixelpusher8986 Рік тому

Caleb, new user here. Great video! Quick question off the rails sorry. What is the reason for the blue light behind your right side? Is it to improve camera white balance or just aesthetic? Thanks.

@lastpme Рік тому

Those are great tips…thanks 👍🏿

@zenseed75 Рік тому

Never thought about customizating Roku home screen. This will be fun. Love the app. Off to unplug my Chromecast from my Roku tv. 😹

@marcus8016 Рік тому

I too just discovered the private listening feature. I am a bit of a night owl from time to time...my neighbor thanks you.

@tonymoretti5053 Рік тому

You may want to add an extra disclaimer to the private channels section or just remove it entirely. Roku shutdown/removed all the private channels back in February and replaced it with a beta system that limits the amount of users. There may be a few that seem like they can be added but they will just bring you to a 404 page when you try to add them.

@MaxxJagX Рік тому

You can still sideload, but this requires downloading a zipped channel so a huge asterix there about doing so cautiously. Though you can't exactly break much if you download and install a dubious channel since all channels are sandboxed.

@gm9984 Рік тому

Thanks. I was wondering about that. Been trying to use a few and they weren't working. Thought I was doing something wrong

@speed2freedom Рік тому

As this video is only 3 months old,he should have known about the private channel block

@richardtheconquerer Рік тому

Wish I read the comments first. Just took a few minutes installing unofficial twitch (and then it told me to install official twitch) only to find out here that neither work cause they were removed

@jackfrostingtonerly1891 Рік тому

The main factor for choosing my first Roku device was the private listening option. I was trying to choose between the Amazon 4k stick and the Roku 4k stick, both on sale for around $25 on black Friday sales, but couldn't decide on one. I then found the Roku Ultra Lt with the headphone jack built into the remote for $30. As someone who is on a different sleep schedule than everyone else in my house this was the best choice for me, well worth the extra $5. I haven't gotten around to using it much yet though. (The main reason for even getting a streaming device in the first place was so I could turn my gaming consoles off when I just want to watch something, but so far I've noticed some negatives using the Roku. I'm not sure if it's the device being used or the company behind the app, but one of the main ones I watch (free with ads) has many more ads on the Roku compared to my xb1, which kind of partially defeats the purpose of getting the Roku in the first place as I'll probably stick with console to watch it.)

@SmallSpoonBrigade Рік тому

It's worth noting that the Android app does support private listening, so there's no need to do that with the controller. I haven't tried it with multiple connections, so I don't know if 2 people can be using that when there are other people that don't want to be disturbed.

@mattstuart2071 Рік тому

Very helpful!!!

@FloridaRaider Рік тому

super helpful. thanks

@Its.nice2b_nice Рік тому

👏Yayy the pictures for a screensaver• how do you save it tho🤔did I miss the save?

@kathleencooper3096 Рік тому

Thanks for the information. I can now operate Roku from my phone. X

@jendaar Рік тому

There is "Featured free" under "Home" Also, got to "Streaming channels" then "Free Movies and TV". Besides these you can explore the channels available and the descriptions usually tell you if they're free or not.

@trishamccarty3202 Рік тому

Very interesting... thanks!

@shirlo Рік тому

Thank you!

@ManfromMN Рік тому

Along with others, I feel a need to point out that Twitch doesn't work on Roku. I know you showed in the video, but it doesn't actually work. Might want to edit that part out maybe.

@tnmoppylaura5476 Рік тому

I have a roku tv and love that I can get a show listing when watching live tv, since I don’t have cable. I also have a non-roku tv. If I add a roku device to that tv, will I get a listing of tv shows on live tv like I get on the roku tv? Thanks.

@gkinghsmith9352 Рік тому

I love the remote app and use bluetooth headsets or wired headphones. But the #1 issue I have is it stops playing all the time. Not sure if it's the app or a setting on my phone.

@michaelcorley7160 Рік тому

I dont have the screensaver option in media on my roku remote app. Any suggestions? Also where do you find the code for private channels? I'm wanting to see if RTE is available.

@henriettamcdaniel3783 Рік тому

Thanks for the information👍👍👍👍great tips👍👍👍👍

@ranzobadal5569 Рік тому

Does Roku ultra 2022 support VLC media player?

@billybilly3333333333 Рік тому

That was great, thank you. We have a panasonic TV about 11 years old and have the Roku Premiere installed on it. We'd now like to get a voice activated remote but don't know if it'll work with it or not. I tried getting in contact with Roku but it seems unless you have a specific question they post you can't get a hold of anyone. Thanks Bill C

@pamwills3117 Рік тому

If the remote has a button under where the batteries go you should be able to pair it to your Roku I just had to pair a new remote with my Roku tv because my son lost the remote lol

@gzaros Рік тому

I just got a Sony A80K (using optical for audio); should I connect my Roku Streaming Stick 4K to HDMI 2 or 3 (Arc/eArc) port. I have it on HDMI 2, but wondering if HDMI 3 would be better.

@charger9937 3 місяці тому

terrific information

@jonathanwalker2543 Рік тому

Any tips for saving battery life on the remote for the Roku Stick+? I ended up buying 4 rechargeable AAA batteries and I have to swap the 2 batteries every week.

@positiveproductions6699 Рік тому

Okay for PlayStation if you have the One touch button option enabled on the Roku TV and on your PlayStation does that mean every time I turn on my TV the PlayStation will also turn on or do I need to connect it through CES every time? Thanks

@josephlennan995 Рік тому

thxs for the tips i just got a new roku tv.

@1Dshot Рік тому

GUess I'll be getting the Roku app, just for typing things in lol Curious, what's the best method to stream from teh Meta Quest 2 (Oculus) to a ROku TV? Also the streaming is very jittering, sound gets very poor, was curious what that's about?

@roxannefaulk4163 Рік тому

I just bought a tcl smart/Roku tv. Which is on the home Wi-Fi. I have another tcl tv in the bedroom but I lost the remote! Do I have to buy a new remote? And if so what kind?! Thanks for the help( sorry not electronic savvy but working hard to improve)

@carenhines2109 Рік тому

I just bought the Roku Streambar and I am wondering if I can run my tv sound through it, i.e. watching regular tv like a sound bar and not the just Roku? I can't figure it out if so.

@asan1050 Рік тому

Do all these tips work on ROKU in different countries?

@erniecampbell1067 Рік тому

thanks you helped with sound cool I have looked to find a way and no luck this is great thanks!!!!!!!!

@RainbowGale Рік тому

I just got a Roku TV yesterday and I see this suggestion on my homepage. How the hell did UKposts know that I now own a Roku?

@genghis_connie 6 місяців тому

Zoom: If I use screen mirroring from my iPhone, can I use the phone’s zoom to better see subtitles, etc? Or, is it still basically casting? I don’t quite understand the benefits of mirroring. Great video!

@allisterquinteros4011 Рік тому

Hello DT - I have an older Sharp, not smart TV, Roku appears, however, when I use the Roku controller or app control on my android, the TV picks up the signal and changes the Input Source! So impossible to use it...any thoughts? Thanks

@BansheeBunny Рік тому

You do not need to be on the same wireless network to use screen mirroring. It is a direct connection between the WiFi adapters of your client device and your Roku, no network required.

@rolandodunn7590 Рік тому

I have a question, I bought a RoKu for my mom back in Jamaica. It’s a different region how could I get it to work? Any idea or help please and thank you

@davstube 11 місяців тому

Can my Ruku TV display PIP? Thank you for the video!

@jeffzest8393 Рік тому

Can you transmit audio through Bluetooth speaker(s)? My TV is just a monitor with no audio? Get conflicting info on this; some say yes but only via headphones put in remote.

@vickyrobinson456 Рік тому

Could you tell me how to get current TV programs? The shows I used to watch are not availabe. Like Masked Singer and NCIS.

@denyvarghese906 Рік тому

How do I get the cable icon n avoid the home. So I can I use my Verizon remote to to it on. I have a Roku ON 65 QLED. It replaced my 55” roku tv. Both my TVs I purchased from Walmart. The 55 inch was purchased in 2017 & the 65 was purchased yesterday. I appreciate for the help in advance. DeNnY P.V.

@envirotrax Рік тому

Love ur hacks, but I can’t figure out how to watch my channels (Roku) on my ipad\iPhone via the app when I’m away from home. Do I need to be connected to one of the devices ie: family room, media room, etc. and if so how do I do that without turning it on at home? Thanks

@danieller.roebucksimmons8277 Рік тому

Hi, I enjoyed the information. I have a question, I am staying at a hotel and the instruction tells me to use direct-roku-jcf-d85cb9 snd password 1551181 but all the instructions say missing jcf-d85cb9, so the instructions are for setup, so what do I do

@Pesh_Group Рік тому

If i just finished my work and save, the format is .softp , is tNice tutorials type of file compatible with other DAW? like ableton or LogicProX for

@YoRAHeem Рік тому

I wish I could add specific menu settings to top list (i.e. Restart).

@jseidel70js Рік тому

How do I get the best sound quality? Some apps are really loud and others I have to have up a lot to hear anything.

@susanbrown1842 Рік тому

I've been trying to pair my Bose speaker with my Roku TV. I have seen that you can only pair Roku speakers with a Roku TV. Is that true? If not, how can I do it? I have spent many hours trying. BTW, for solve reason I do not have a Bluetooth option as a selection.

@eddiemattison7792 Рік тому

Hi, thanks for the video! How can I get on the internet with Roku, to browse? Thanks!

@xxdeadstockxx Рік тому

Thanks for sharing. I've had my Roku no more than 2-weeks and just this weekend when I decided to hook up the soundbar and subwoofer to my tv I ended up damaging the tv.

@madmax8620 Рік тому

From shoving you fat thick head thru it??

@PawPawKellum Рік тому

We have the Roku Soundbar... I wonder if there is anything specific to them, now..?.. Currently we have 3 of them... I wonder if they can "communicate" with each other..?..

@Rouge_7 Рік тому

I'm trying to decide between a Sony X950H 65-inch TV: 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV with HDR and Alexa Compatibility - 2020 Model or a TCL 65-inch 6-Series 4K UHD Dolby Vision HDR QLED Roku Smart TV - 65R635, 2021 Model. They're both about the same price, $1,100 v $1,200 and you have given both of them high marks. If you had to pick one over the other for watching a minimum of 5yrs, which would you buy? Thanks

@richardnovia5689 Рік тому

You seam to know most. After watching your videos I bought a Roku Express 4K. I set it up at home first. I struggled to get the remote working but succeeded using a different manufactures setting. I then put it in my RV and although I was able to connect the Roku to my cell phone as a hot spot, I got both green check marks, but attempting to select channels and videos they would play for a moment then the screen goes blank and the Roku reboots. I was under the impression that this should work. Am I doing something wrong or did the advertisements misled me?

@westcoaststacker569 Рік тому

Thank You

@philseguin-jz9ec Рік тому

jut started using my Roku box, is there a way I can record shows for viewing later?

@christinep327 Рік тому

THANK YOU for the great tips! Where do I get the info on the remote finder? My 80-year old mother has a bad habit of misplacing hers so we use the Roku app when she does. The wireless headphones with the app was a game-changer! Looking forward to more info! Note: Our "Privacy" section doesn't look the same as you showed it; only allows us to either personalize ads or not.

@jackies961 Рік тому

I bought my remote with voice command and head phone jack on Amazon but I have seen them at Walmart.

@christinep327 Рік тому

jackie s thanks for the tip!

@robertlevesque9193 8 місяців тому

I like using my pics from my phone for a screen saver, it not only has shown me how fantastic my Samsung s22U is at taking pictures it is crisp and even nicer then the 4k stuff or generic pics. IO Love it. BTW read the book and knew most of this there are so many instruction manuals and alexa can tell u how to hack.

@user-bl7bt4tk7p 2 місяці тому

Do the Roku's remote's FF and RW buttons perform the same way in a different app? I noticed with my old normal tv remote, it would behave differently in Prime versus Netflix (fast forwards normally in one app, then goes to the next video in another app, or goes forward one frame at a time etc. with the same button), I wish to have one where the buttons behave the same way for all the apps. Do you know of a streaming hardware/stick that does? thanks

@Ichijoe2112 Рік тому

Are Private Channels still a 'thing'? A quick Google Roku Private Channels + Popular Genre turned up a notice that Private Channels were to have ended on March 1st of 2022. So are these Private Channels still a thing or no?

@marywenzel3351 Рік тому

Do you know if the roku stick supports voice commands without having to hold the microphone butoon? Also does anyone know if its possible to use the voice command feature within the UKposts Tv app?

@audiemuniz6445 Рік тому

Thanks for this great video! Every time I try to see or ad a channel it ask me for a pin code,if it is not say roku channel free I can not see it.i went to web site to try to change it and nothing.what can I do please need help I missing lot of good show .thanks!