Version 1: What’s the trick to streaming YouTube nonstop on my TV for 40 hours without interruptions or prompts? Asking on behalf of my feline friend.

Keeping Your Feline Friend Entertained: Playing YouTube on Your TV for Extended Periods

If you’re a cat owner, you might understand the anxiety that comes with leaving your furry companion alone for an extended time. I recently faced a unique challenge: I’d be away for about 40 hours, and I was worried about my cat, who thrives on social interaction. To keep her spirits up, I discovered a treasure trove of cat-friendly YouTube channels featuring hours of birds and mice doing their thing—content that she absolutely adores!

While I am delighted to have found these engaging videos, I hit a snag. Each time I tried to leave these videos playing, my TV would pause after a while, prompting me to confirm that I’m still watching. This interruption is not just inconvenient; it also disrupts my cat’s enjoyment of her favorite pastime. Given her social nature, I wanted to ensure she could watch her feline entertainment without interruption, especially during my absence.

I’ve tried looking through the settings on both YouTube and the TV, but I haven’t been able to turn off this pesky feature that pauses the video. So, is there a way to make YouTube play continuously for 40 hours straight without those annoying pauses?

Here are a couple of solutions that could help resolve this issue:

  1. Use a YouTube Playlist: By creating a playlist and adding multiple hours of cat videos to it, you might be able to keep the content flowing longer without interruptions.

  2. Adjusting TV Settings: Some TVs have settings that control the “sleep” or “auto-pause” functions. Check if your TV has an option to disable these features.

  3. Third-Party Streaming Devices: If all else fails, consider using a device like a Chromecast or Amazon Fire Stick. These devices often have their own settings that could provide a way around the continuous watch prompt.

In conclusion, keeping our pets entertained is a top priority, and with a bit of effort, we can ensure they have a fun and engaging environment even when we’re not there. If you have any tips or experiences with similar situations, feel free to share in the comments! My cat will appreciate it.

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  1. Hi there,

    To achieve uninterrupted YouTube playback on your TV for an extended period, you can try the following solutions:

    • Create a YouTube Playlist: Curate a playlist with all the desired cat videos. Playing a playlist often helps keep the videos looping and reduces the frequency of prompts to confirm continued viewing. Ensure the playlist is set to loop for continuous playback.
    • Disable ‘Are You Still Watching?’ Prompts: YouTube has an inactivity detection feature that prompts viewers after certain periods of inactivity. You can disable this by signing into your YouTube account, going to Settings > Privacy, and turning off the option related to inactivity prompts, or using a browser extension or app that suppresses these prompts when streaming on a smart TV.
    • Adjust TV Settings: Check your TV’s power or sleep settings. Disable any automatic sleep, stand-by, or auto-pause features that could interrupt playback after a certain period.
    • Use a Dedicated Streaming Device: Devices like Chromecast, Amazon Fire Stick, or Apple TV sometimes have settings or apps that improve continuous streaming options, or allow you to disable screensaver or sleep modes during playback.
    • Prevent Screen Sleep or Auto-Pause: On some smart TVs, you

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