How to Download Shows from Netflix

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Connect to a wireless network if possible.

   When downloading shows and movies with the Netflix app, you'll be downloading a lot of data.
   
   Connect to a wireless network if you can so that you don't count against your data plan. , If you're using an iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, or Android device, you can use the Netflix app to save some Netflix content for offline viewing.
   
   The app can be installed for free from your device's app store.
   
   If you already have Netflix installed on your device, check your app store to see if the app is up to date.
   
   You'll need the latest version in order to save videos for offline viewing. , Once the app is installed or updated, tap the Open button in the app store or tap the Netflix app on your Home screen or app list., If you've just installed the app for the first time, you'll need to log in with your Netflix account.
   
   If you don't have an account, you can sign up for a free trial. , You'll see this in the upper-left corner of the screen., If you don't see this option, you're either running an older version of the app or your country does not have any videos available for offline viewing., The list of titles available to download is limited compared to the full streaming catalog.
   
   You can browse through the available titles just like you would if you were picking something to watch., This button looks like an arrow pointing down at a line.
   
   You'll see this button after tapping a movie and listed next to each episode of a show available to download.
   
   If you don't see this button, the title you picked is not available for offline viewing., You'll see the download progress appear at the bottom of the screen.,, This will display all of the videos that you have downloaded and are currently downloading., Once a download is finished, you'll be able to watch it at any time without having to stream it.
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   Step 2: Install or update the Netflix app.

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   Step 3: Open the Netflix app.

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   Step 4: Sign in with your Netflix account (if necessary).

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   Step 5: Tap the ☰ button.

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   Step 6: Tap Available for Download.

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   Step 7: Find a movie or show you want to download.

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   Step 8: Tap the Download button on a show or movie's page.

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   Step 9: Wait while the content downloads.

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    Step 10: Tap the ☰ button.

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    Step 11: Tap My Downloads.

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    Step 12: Tap a downloaded item to start watching.

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