How to reduce Amazon Prime usage when streaming on a PC

How to reduce Amazon Prime usage when streaming on a PC

On a PC there are far fewer steps in the process to reducing your data then on a mobile device.

Step 1: Log into your Amazon Prime account

Step 2: Click on a video you would like to watch.

Step 3: Press Pause and take a look at the top right of the screen. There will be a gear icon you can click on.



Step 4: Once pressed, you will see a list of options for reducing your video quality. Choose the one that is right for you or the lowest if you really want to save data. You can change settings at any time on any video.



Data settings on PC are as follows:
  • Good: 38 GB per hour (choose this option for data saving)
  • Better: 40 GB per hour
  • Best: 84GB per hour (this option uses the most data)


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