Even with all the advances in streaming, it is still difficult to watch TV shows and movies online. You may not get the fastest internet speeds.
With a slow connection, you may miss your favorite show on Netflix. The streaming platforms have taken measures to protect their users from slow or unstable internet connections.
Do you really need Wi-Fi to stream Netflix on Smart TV? While you need the internet to stream on Netflix, you can access its diverse library even without the internet.
You don’t need a Wi-Fi connection to use a tablet or phone to stream Netflix from your Smart TV. You can also save Netflix shows to watch later if you don’t have internet access.
Here are some ways to stream Netflix on TV with no Wi-Fi
Save your favorite videos to watch offline
You can also download Netflix shows to your mobile device if you’re traveling to areas with limited internet. Netflix currently allows you to download 100 shows at a time. To avoid the usual problems, it is best to download fewer shows at a time.
You can download Netflix shows:
- Open the Netflix app
- Go to Downloads
- Click on the Download button
- Download a show
- Click Download
After you’ve downloaded a show, your mobile device can view it. You can also connect Netflix to your TV via screen mirroring.
Log out of your device to try another show if a show doesn’t have a download option. You can also stream Netflix from your TV via a laptop.
HDMI allows you to connect your laptop to your TV without a smart device.
You can use an HDMI cable from your PC to get Netflix on a non-smart TV. You don’t need to download any files, unlike the other option. This option will only work if your TV has HDMI ports.
You can watch Netflix on an older TV without an internet connection
- An HDMI cable connects your TV and laptop to each other.
- Open Netflix on your laptop
- HDMI is the new input option for your TV
- Get started watching your favorite shows
You may face some difficulties in some cases. For example, your PC may fail to connect with the TV or the TV may not detect HDMI cables. You should update your display drivers on your computer if this happens.
To upgrade the drives:
- Both the Windows and X keys should be pressed simultaneously
- Go to Device Manager
- Reset the display output
- Reconnect the TV and the PC.
Netflix data usage: How to decrease it
You may find streaming Netflix expensive if you only have a small internet plan. You can cut down on data usage, and pay less.
This is also a great way to avoid common glitches such as video lagging while streaming.
To decrease data usage while streaming:
- Go to your Netflix Account
- Tap the Profil icon
- Choose the account option
- Select My Profil
- Scroll down to Playbacksetting
- Select your preferred video quality
When downloading videos to your mobile device, you can also modify the data settings. To reduce the resolution of your video:
- Register for your Netflix account on your smartphone
- Click the More Menu
- Choose the App Settings
- Go to Download High-Quality Video
- To change the quality of High,
The video quality may be lower than streaming content using Netflix’s default data settings. Also, the downloaded videos will take up less space. It is worth it if you want to reduce your data usage.
If you have tuned your account to use minimal data but still getting crazy data charges, avoid deleting cache files unless you have a system bug.
Although Netflix cannot be cached, these files reduce data usage when searching for a video to view.
Although Netflix can’t be streamed without internet access, there are rare cases when you can stream your favorite shows without it. Netflix allows you to adjust your data usage, which is especially important for those who have limited data plans.