Playback Settings
The Playback Settings section allows users to customize their podcast listening experience by configuring default playback behavior and automatic episode completion preferences.
Accessing Playback Settings​
- Navigate to Settings in the main menu
- Expand the Playback Settings section in the settings accordion
- All users can access and modify their personal playback preferences
Available Settings​
Default Playback Speed​
Control the default speed at which your podcasts play when you start a new episode.
Configuration Options​
- Speed Range: 0.5x to 3.0x normal speed
- Increment: Adjustable in 0.1x increments
- Default Value: 1.0x (normal speed)
How to Set Default Playback Speed​
- Locate the Default Playback Speed field
- Enter your preferred speed value (e.g., 1.2 for 20% faster)
- Use the number input field or type directly
- Click the Save button (floppy disk icon) to apply changes
- Look for the success confirmation message
Common Speed Settings​
- 0.5x: Half speed - useful for complex technical content
- 0.8x: Slower - good for dense educational material
- 1.0x: Normal speed - standard playback rate
- 1.2x: 20% faster - popular for general podcast listening
- 1.5x: 50% faster - efficient for familiar content
- 2.0x: Double speed - very fast, for experienced listeners
- 3.0x: Maximum speed - ultra-fast playback
Auto Complete Episode Threshold​
Configure when episodes are automatically marked as "completed" based on how close you are to the end.
How Auto Complete Works​
The system automatically marks an episode as completed when you reach within a certain number of seconds from the end. This prevents you from having to manually mark episodes as finished when there are just credits or brief outros remaining.
Configuration Options​
- Range: 0 to 3600 seconds (0 to 1 hour)
- Default: Varies by installation
- Increment: 1-second adjustments
Setting Up Auto Complete​
- Find the Auto Complete Episode Threshold field
- Enter the number of seconds from the end when episodes should auto-complete
- Click the Save button to apply the setting
- The system will confirm when the change is saved