Netflix streaming features on supported devices include:
Navigation
Search for titles by tapping the magnifying glass in the upper right corner of the app. You can also scroll through rows of recommended genres on the home screen, or browse all genres from the menu in the upper left corner. To fast forward or rewind, tap anywhere on the screen, then slide your finger either forward or backward along the progress bar. Press the back button to exit the movie.
Subtitles & alternate audio
During playback, tap the Subtitles and Alternate Audio icon at the top of the screen to configure subtitles and alternate language audio.
Picture in Picture (Android 8 or later)
Some Android phones and tablets allow you to watch Netflix while using other apps. Not all Android devices and operating systems are compatible. For detailed instructions and support on using Picture in Picture, contact your device manufacturer.
Downloads
Download select titles to watch when you can't be online. See our article about downloads to learn more.
Because a wide variety of devices with different capabilities use the Android operating system, certain Android devices are not compatible with the download feature. If you're using the latest version of the Netflix app and are not able to download Netflix content, you will need to use a different device to use this feature.
Use the options below to check if your Android model can play Netflix in HD (High Definition) video quality.
In addition to the phone and tablet models listed above, Android devices using one of the following processors, or chipsets, can also play Netflix in HD.
If your Android phone or tablet is listed above or uses an HD-compatible chipset but doesn't play in HD, follow these steps.