One of the biggest link aggregator websites in the world, Reddit, recently started hosting videos on its platform not too long ago. While the transition has worked favourably for the website, with a large chunk of the front page filled with video content, some users often report not being able to hear the sound on videos when they click on the post. In this article, we bring you the best ways to fix the ‘sound not working on Reddit videos’ issue in the Reddit app and website.
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Check if the video is muted
Most videos on Reddit are muted by default. This is because Reddit is primarily a text-based platform that people use at work. Since unexpected sounds can create unnecessary distractions, you will find that most videos on the platform are muted by default. If you’re not able to hear the sound on videos, all you need to do is unmute the video by clicking on the loudspeaker icon at the bottom right corner of the video player. Once you unmute the video, you can access the volume controls. Adjust the slider to set the ideal volume.
Unmute the video on the official Reddit app
Official Reddit app users can unmute the videos on the platform by tapping on the speaker icon at the bottom right corner of the post. You can also open the video and unmute it by tapping on the speaker icon next to the seek bar. Once you unmute the video, it will remain unmuted when you return to the feed. Every video you scroll past will have its sound turned on until you mute it again.
Check your device’s volume
If you cannot hear the sound on a Reddit video, it is possible that your device may be on mute. If you are using the Reddit app, simply press the Volume Up key on your smartphone to turn up the volume. If you’re browsing Reddit on your computer, check your system volume by clicking on the speaker icon on the right corner of the toolbar.
Clear app cache
Temporary files in the cache are always prone to get corrupted. Once this happens, they may meddle with the basic functioning of the app. Simply clear the app cache to resolve this issue. Here’s how you can do that.
Step 1: Go to Settings and select Apps.
Step 2: Scroll down and select Reddit.
Step 3: Tap on Storage.
Step 4: Select Clear cache.
Update the app
Older versions of apps can sometimes malfunction out of the blue in weird ways. If you haven’t updated the Reddit app in a while, now would be a good time to do it. Go to the Google Play Store, search for Reddit, open its app page, and hit the ‘Update’ button. You can also update the app by going to the ‘Manage apps and device’ section in Play Store settings.
Delete and reinstall the app
Some app functions can fail to work correctly if the app is not installed properly. Uninstall the app and reinstall it to resolve these issues. Long-press the Reddit app icon in your phone’s app drawer and hit the bin icon to delete it. Then, install the app using the Google Play Store.
Log out and log back in
If the volume issue is account-related, logging out and then logging back into Reddit can resolve it. Launch the app, tap the profile icon at the top right corner of the screen, hit the arrow next to your username, then tap on your username and select ‘Log out’. Use your account credentials to log back in.
Use a third-party Reddit client
Reddit’s third-party client apps for smartphones have been around longer than the official app. Encountering bugs on the official Reddit app is a common occurrence. Since the third-party clients have been around for a while, they do not face the same issues as the official app and offer a smoother browsing experience. Ever since Reddit started charging an exorbitant amount for its API, the list of third-party clients has thinned out. But, you can still use apps like Nara and Infinity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is sound not working on Reddit videos?
Reddit videos are muted by default. Tap the speaker icon at the bottom right corner of the screen to unmute the video. If you don’t see the speaker icon, it means you’re watching a GIF which has no sound.
Why are Reddit videos muted by default?
Since Reddit is still majorly a text-based platform, the videos are muted by default so as to not alarm the users who casually tap on the post.
Which third-party apps can I use for Reddit?
Apps like Nara and Infinity are good third-party apps for Reddit that are still active.
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Conclusion
These are the best ways to fix sound not working on Reddit videos in the app and browser. If the problem still persists after trying all the fixes mentioned above, chances are that the issue lies with the video file uploaded to Reddit. Sometimes users upload videos without any sound on them. To verify if this is the case, check the comments of the post to see if other people have reported the same issue.
