How to stop videos auto-playing in Facebook news feed

They’re also auto-muted, often making auto-viewing them useless, and they can be a distraction and a big drain on mobile data.

Here’s how to switch them off

Mobile (where they tend to be more annoying)

Open Facebook app

Tap this icon:

Scroll down to Settings

Tap Auto-Play

Turn off Smart Auto-Play and either select Never Play Videos Automatically, or if you’re worried about data, only allow them when using Wi-Fi.

While you’re there you might want to toggle video uploads in HD on/off.

Desktop

Click this arrow icon in the top right:

Go to Settings

Click Videos in the left menu

Select the dropdown menu next to Auto-play Videos and choose Off

 

Done! Your brain will thank you.

Source link

- http://bit.ly/1IkmLpY