How to Speed Up Your Amazon Fire TV Stick
Amazon Fire TV Stick, your go-to streaming device for all your entertainment needs. But just like any other device, it can sometimes slow down and make you frustrated. Luckily, there are several ways to speed up your Amazon Fire TV Stick and make it run like new again. In this article, we’re going to take a look at some of the best ways to speed up your Fire TV Stick.
- Clearing the Cache
One major reason why your Fire TV Stick may be sluggish is because of accumulated cache data. The cache stores temporary data in your device, which is supposed to help it load faster. However, over time, the cache can be cluttered with unnecessary data, leading to a slower device. To clear the cache, head to Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications > Select App > Clear Cache. You can repeat this process for all installed applications.
- Delete Unused Apps
Another way to speed up your Fire TV Stick is by deleting any apps that you no longer use. Removing unused apps free up space on your device and also stops any unnecessary background processes. To delete an app, go to Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications > Select App > Uninstall.
- Restart Your Device
Sometimes, restarting your Fire TV Stick can solve most of the issues. Restarting helps in clearing any undesired processes that may cause it to get slow. To restart, head to Settings > My Fire TV > Restart.
- Disable Auto-Play Next Episode
Auto-play next episode is a feature that automatically starts the next episode when the current one finishes. As fun as it is, this feature can also slow down your device, especially if you binge-watch your favourite shows. So, if you’re not using this feature, turn it off. Head to Settings > Preferences > Featured Content > Auto-Play > Off.
- Clear Data and Cache of Fire TV Stick System Apps
In some cases, it may be necessary to clear the cache and data of your Fire TV Stick system apps, such as Amazon Prime Video, Amazon App Store, and Alexa. This process can help boost your device’s performance. To do this, go to Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications > Select System App > Clear Data/Clear Cache.
