Netflix Introduces New 'Two Thumbs Up' Button for Shows and Films
Niko Pajkovic — April 14, 2022 — Tech
Movie and TV streaming giant Netflix has announced that it will be introducing a new 'Two Thumbs Up' feature, providing users with an additional means for triggering recommendations based on their preferred films and shows.
The new feature will be offered alongside the Thumbs Up and Thumbs Down buttons, which are located on a movie or TV show's homepage. When users decide to 'Two Thumbs Up' a movie or show, they can expect to receive personalized recommendations that prioritize that "type" of content.
“We’ve heard from members that there’s a difference between something they liked—and something that they really loved,” said Christine Doig-Cardet, director of product innovation at Netflix. “We’re giving them more control and agency over what is being shown to them.”
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The new feature will be offered alongside the Thumbs Up and Thumbs Down buttons, which are located on a movie or TV show's homepage. When users decide to 'Two Thumbs Up' a movie or show, they can expect to receive personalized recommendations that prioritize that "type" of content.
“We’ve heard from members that there’s a difference between something they liked—and something that they really loved,” said Christine Doig-Cardet, director of product innovation at Netflix. “We’re giving them more control and agency over what is being shown to them.”
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Industry Implications
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