How do I speed up a slowed down video?

Answered by Robert Flynn

To speed up a slowed-down video, you can follow these steps:

1. Go to the video: Open the video that you want to speed up. You can do this by searching for the video on a video-sharing platform or by accessing your video library.

2. Tap the video once: Tap on the video screen to bring up the video controls. This will allow you to access additional options for the video playback.

3. Tap More: Look for the “More” option, usually represented by three dots or lines, and tap on it. This will open a menu with additional settings and options for the video.

4. Tap Playback Speed: In the “More” menu, you should see a “Playback Speed” option. Tap on it to access the playback speed settings for the video.

5. Select the speed: Once you are in the playback speed settings, you will see a list of available speed options. Choose the speed at which you’d like the video to play. Common options include 1.25x, 1.5x, and 2x, which increase the speed, and 0.75x or 0.5x, which decrease the speed.

6. Adjust as needed: After selecting the desired speed, you can preview the video playback to ensure it meets your requirements. If it’s too fast or too slow, you can go back to the playback speed settings and choose another option.

It’s important to note that not all video platforms or players may have the option to adjust playback speed. Additionally, the availability of playback speed settings may vary depending on the device or app you are using to watch the video.

By speeding up a video, you can save time when watching lengthy content or quickly review important parts. It can also be helpful when trying to understand fast-paced or foreign language videos. However, keep in mind that increasing the playback speed may affect video and audio quality, making it harder to follow along or comprehend the content.

So, next time you come across a video that you want to watch at a faster pace, simply follow these steps to adjust the playback speed and enjoy the video at the speed that suits you best.