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My screen is frozen and I can’t quit. How do I force-quit buffering?

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On Windows, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the Task Manager and force quit your web browser. On Mac, press Option + Cmd + Esc to open the Force Quit menu and close your web browser.

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Why does YouTube buffer?

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When Youtube does this, it pretty much downloads videos in memory. If it didn't, then you wouldn't have the ability to rewind videos without having to buffer again, nor would you have the ability to skip a part of the video without buffering. Don't worry, these downloaded videos will get erased when you close the tab.

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What do I do if the setting option is not available?

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It is possible your browser does not support the settings. Check if the browser is an updated version. If not, update it.

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How do I download things to an iPad temporarily?

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Just delete the app when you're done with it. Hold down on the app, and it will start shaking. Then press the little X on the left hand corner and click the yes button to uninstall the app.

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How do I stop videos from playing automatically on YouTube?

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There is a switch just above the recommended videos that turns it on and off.

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What browser can I use to make YouTube stop buffering on my Android device if I can't use Firefox?

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Use the Kiwi browser, it's an Android browser that allows you to install any type of extension, including YouTube Center.

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