{"id":58778,"date":"2025-06-04T15:31:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T15:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/2a321848-9ade-40fe-bcb5-13166f07878e"},"modified":"2025-06-04T15:31:00","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T15:31:00","slug":"the-default-tv-setting-you-should-turn-off-asap-and-why-professionals-do-the-same","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.threatshub.org\/blog\/the-default-tv-setting-you-should-turn-off-asap-and-why-professionals-do-the-same\/","title":{"rendered":"The default TV setting you should turn off ASAP – and why professionals do the same"},"content":{"rendered":"
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For many people, motion smoothing on TVs is only appropriate for gaming and watching live sports; enthusiasts typically prefer turning off the feature to watch anything else because it can detract from the filmmaker’s original intent, making on-screen images seem artificial or hyper-realistic. This is what’s called the “soap opera effect.” <\/p>\n

Also: I changed 6 settings on my Samsung TV to instantly improve the performance<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s a perfectly descriptive metaphor that probably requires no explanation. You can see it all too well: the cinematic film should not look like a daytime soap; you shouldn’t feel like you’re on the set with the actors. But it is appealing to feel like you’re in the stadium watching your team with thousands of fans. The soap opera effect makes sense for live sporting event broadcasts.<\/p>\n

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How to turn off motion smoothing (and why you should)<\/h2>\n

Another name for motion smoothing is “motion interpolation,” and it can go by many names depending on a TV’s manufacturer. Below is a quick guide indicating what to look for in your TV’s menu and how to turn off motion smoothing after you’ve had your fill of March Madness. <\/p>\n

Also: 5 easy ways to instantly improve your soundbar’s audio (without spending a dime)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

On most smart TVs, you can check the Picture settings for any feature that includes the word “motion.” Once you find it, here’s how to disable motion interpolation on various models.<\/p>\n

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Motion smoothing on Samsung TVs is called “Auto Motion Plus.” As with almost every brand, start by pressing the gear button on your remote. Select All Settings<\/strong>, then go to Picture > More Picture Settings > Picture Clarity Settings > Auto Motion Plus.<\/strong><\/p>\n

LG TV<\/h3>\n

On LG TVs, the feature is called “TruMotion.” Press the gear button on your remote, then look for the icon with three dots near the bottom of the list (All Settings<\/strong>). Then select Picture Mode Settings<\/strong> > Picture Options<\/strong> > TruMotion<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

Amazon Fire TV (Amazon, Toshiba)<\/h3>\n

On most Amazon TVs, it’s called “Action Smoothing.” Press the gear button on your remote, then follow this path: Display & Sounds > Advanced Settings > Action Smoothing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Google TV (Sony, TCL, Hisense)<\/h3>\n
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Motion smoothing on Google TV panels can vary a little among models, but generally, you’ll start with the remote’s gear button, and from Settings<\/strong>, go to Display & Sound > Picture > Advanced Settings<\/strong>. Under that list, the feature is labeled as the following for each brand:<\/p>\n