How to download, install and use Plex to watch movies and series

There are currently numerous platforms to view content, with Netflix being one of the most popular. However, recently a name has emerged that has managed to become an extremely profitable option, and that is Plex.

In this post, we'll talk in detail about Plex, what it offers and how you can join to start enjoying good content in the comfort of your home.

Firstly, Plex is an application used to turn a computer into a multimedia center using the digital content stored on it.

This app will recognize all kinds of multimedia files that you've saved in the folders on your computer and on your cell phone, and it will organize them into different sections so that you can keep them organized. Plex is considered by many to be similar to Netflix, where Netflix takes care of making content from its servers available for users to access.

On the other hand, the Plex catalog is populated by the user himself with his content stored on his computer. The app is compatible with the most used audio and video formats of all. Likewise, it will allow you to organize your folders by videos, music and photos.

Likewise, it will encrypt the connections if you connect remotely, and you will have the facility to connect to famous channels like Comedy Central. As far as storage is concerned, only the hard drive capacity you have on your computer will put you off.

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How Plex works

If you want to set up your own media server, you'll need to install Plex. After getting the app, proceed to install it. You will have to fill in a registration form in which you will have to enter a username, email, password and password confirmation.

Now you will have to configure what your own server will be. You may have to close some ads advertising paid service called “Plex Pass”. Later:

• Click on the "Name" tab and this will take you to a section where you have to add your server name.
• Click on the « Next » button.

You will be redirected to your “Media Library”. Here you can manage and change the settings of your libraries. At first you will have 2, which will be music and photos, but as you use the program you will be able to create more of them.

You will have the “Add Library” section and after clicking on that option a new window will appear in which you can choose the type of library and give it a title. For example, if you want to create a movie library, you will have the option to choose more than one folder to store all the files.

Use Plex on different devices

Although the original version of Plex was developed for computers, it can also be installed on Android and iOS devices, and even video game consoles like Xbox or PlayStation.

If you use your Android device, you just have to identify yourself using the same account you registered on your computer. Since you'll be using the same account, you'll be accessing the same content that you've already organized on your PC.

On the contrary, if you use a Smart TV , you will have to look for the application in the corresponding store and install it. Log in again and you can start viewing your content on a larger screen.

Additional Plex Features

Another of the functions that Plex makes available to users is the “Share with friends” option. With this function you can share with friends the content that you put on your server.

Of course, you can only do this on the web version of Plex. Follow directions:

• Log into Plex and choose the icon that appears at the top of the screen.
• Then choose the option that says « Users and sharing ».
• An option will appear in which you can "Include friends".
• All you have to do now is enter the email that person registered with.
• Then select the folders you want the other user to be able to access.

The next time that person logs into Plex, they'll be able to like the content you've decided to share, whether it's videos or music.

Also, in terms of content, Plex released an experimental feature last year called “Plex Arcade“. It is a gaming service through subscriptions.

As a user, you'll have access to a library of classics from the famous Atari console. After a one-week free trial, the service will charge US$ 5 per month or US$ 3 per month for Plex Pass users.

If you want to take advantage of this service, you must have Plex Media Server for Windows and your Android or iOS device. Once you've set up Plex Arcade, it will appear as another of the available categories in the Plex interface.