A big channel list is great—until you have to scroll through it every night. Ten minutes of organizing makes your IPTV app feel as easy as a cable box.
Step 1: Hide what you never watch
- TiviMate: long-press a group → Hide group. Manage later in Settings → Playlists → Manage groups.
- IPTV Smarters: in Live TV, use the category settings or parental control to hide/lock groups.
- OTT Navigator: long-press a group → hide; or Settings → Provider → groups.
- APTV / IPTVX / UHF: look for "Manage categories" or "Hide" in settings.
Step 2: Build your favorites
- Open a channel list.
- Long-press a channel (or press the menu button on the remote).
- Select Add to Favorites.
- Repeat for your top 15–30 channels.
Step 3: Reorder favorites
Most apps let you move channels within favorites. Put the most-watched channels first so they're one click away.
Step 4: Lock adult or sensitive groups
Set a parental PIN and lock those groups. See IPTV for families.
Step 5: Open straight into favorites
In TiviMate: Settings → General → set the startup group to Favorites. Many apps have a similar option.
Why it makes the app faster
| Change | Effect |
|---|---|
| Hiding groups | Less to load and scroll; faster guide |
| Fewer EPG days | Less data on small devices |
| Favorites first | Fewer clicks every day |
More speed tips: speed up a slow Firestick. Understand groups: playlist groups explained.
Further reading: TiviMate on Google Play · APTV
Frequently asked questions
Will hidden groups come back after an update?
In most apps they stay hidden. New groups added by the provider may appear and can be hidden too.
Can I have different favorites on each TV?
Yes—favorites are usually saved per device/app.
Can I back up my favorites?
Some apps (like TiviMate) offer backup and restore of settings.
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