Roku devices are full of features that are described as selling points on the back of TV boxes, but just as many are hidden from the average user.
Over 90 million people have used a device that supports Roku, the popular streaming service. TV sets with Roku built-in allow for easy access to some of the most beloved shows out there, and they can be easily watched on other devices thanks to dedicated Roku streaming sticks and mobile apps. At first, though, it might seem like what you can do on Roku is limited to what’s free and whichever other platforms you have access to. That’s not exactly true, but it’s easy to see how you could think so, since many of those features are hidden away.
We’ve previously looked at five hidden Roku features you might not know about, but there are a few more that are even less known. Normal users can’t even access all of these features without knowing about them beforehand, as they require special codes or additional gadgets. It’s worth knowing about those tricks, since some can really expand the functionality of your Roku device. If you’re ready to dive deep into Roku, here are five hidden features that you probably completely missed.Enable and customize screensavers
While it’s common practice to turn your device off when not in use, Roku gives you a reason to keep it on. The service offers screensavers that can appear when shows aren’t being watched, which is only one of many ways to customize your Roku device. You can even get new screensavers on Roku’s channel store, with some even adding extra functionality like a clock. If you just want to spruce up your living space with some fun artwork or a live aquarium, this is a very simple way to do so.
There are a few more customizations options that can make this feature truly yours. Head into the device’s Settings menu, and you’ll be able to adjust various aspects of your screensavers — including how long it takes for them to appear. It’s not exactly the most hidden feature of them all, but it’s something that’s very easy to overlook if you don’t use Roku very often.
