The fastest way to disable subtitles

Press the Menu button on your Samsung remote. Navigate to Subtitles or Caption (the exact name depends on your model year). Select Off and press Enter. The subtitles will disappear when ready.

If you cannot find a Subtitles option in the main menu, try pressing the CC (Closed Caption) button directly on your remote — many Samsung models have a dedicated button for this. One press toggles captions on and off.

Some Samsung TVs also allow you to turn subtitles off through the settings menu instead of the main menu. If the Menu approach does not work, try pressing Menu, then selecting Settings, then General, then Accessibility, then Caption or Subtitle, and finally Off.

Key Takeaways

  • The quickest method is to press Menu, find Subtitles or Caption, and select Off.
  • Many Samsung remotes have a dedicated CC button that toggles captions on and off with a single press.
  • If subtitles are still appearing after you turn them off, check your input source — some apps like Netflix manage their own subtitle settings separately.
  • Subtitles that came on automatically may be set by your TV's default settings, which you can change in the Accessibility menu.

Using the CC button on your remote

The CC button is the simplest control if your remote has one. Look for a button labeled "CC" or sometimes "Subtitle" — it is usually near the volume and channel buttons. Press it once to turn subtitles off, and press it again to turn them back on.

Not all Samsung remotes include a CC button. Older models and some budget remotes may not have one. If you do not see it on your remote, the Menu method described above will work instead.

Turning off subtitles in the Accessibility settings

If subtitles keep turning back on by themselves, your TV may have them enabled in the default settings. Press Menu, then go to Settings (sometimes labeled System). Select Accessibility, then look for Caption or Subtitle. Set this to Off.

While you are in the Accessibility menu, you may also see options for caption size, font, and background color. These settings control how subtitles look when they do appear, but they do not turn them off — you need to set the main Caption or Subtitle option to Off for that.

Why subtitles might be on for one app but not others

Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, and other streaming apps manage their own subtitle settings separately from your TV. If subtitles are on in Netflix but off everywhere else, you need to turn them off inside the Netflix app itself, not on your TV.

Open the app, start playing a show or movie, and look for a subtitle or caption icon — usually in the bottom right corner of the screen. Tap it and select Off or None. Each app stores this preference, so you may need to turn subtitles off in each one individually.

What to do if subtitles will not turn off

If you have tried the Menu method and the CC button and subtitles are still appearing, restart your TV. Unplug it from the wall for 30 seconds, then plug it back in. This clears temporary settings and often fixes subtitle problems that do not respond to normal controls.

If subtitles still will not disappear after a restart, check whether they are coming from your cable box, satellite receiver, or streaming device rather than your TV itself. If you are using an external device, you may need to turn subtitles off on that device instead. Look for a Menu or Settings button on that device's remote.

Changing subtitle appearance instead of turning them off

If you want to keep subtitles on but make them less noticeable, you can adjust their size, font, and background in the Accessibility menu. Go to Menu > Settings > Accessibility > Caption (or Subtitle). You will see options to make text smaller, change the font, or adjust the background color.

Making the text smaller or changing the background to match your screen color can make subtitles less distracting while still keeping them available if you need them. This is useful if you sometimes want subtitles and sometimes do not.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do subtitles turn back on after I turn them off?

Your TV may have subtitles set to on in the Accessibility settings, which overrides your manual off setting. Go to Menu > Settings > Accessibility > Caption and set it to Off. Also check whether the app you are using (Netflix, YouTube, etc.) has its own subtitle setting turned on.

My remote does not have a CC button. How do I turn subtitles off?

Use the Menu button instead. Press Menu, navigate to Subtitles or Caption, and select Off. If you cannot find it in the main menu, try Menu > Settings > Accessibility > Caption and set it to Off.

Subtitles are off on my TV but still showing in Netflix. What do I do?

Netflix has its own subtitle setting inside the app. While watching, look for a subtitle icon in the bottom right corner of the screen and tap it. Select Off or None. This setting is separate from your TV's subtitle controls.

Can I turn off subtitles for just one channel or app?

Yes. Most apps like Netflix, YouTube, and Prime Video have their own subtitle controls. Use the app's menu to turn subtitles off for that app only. Your TV's subtitle setting will still explore to other sources like cable or broadcast TV.

I restarted my TV and subtitles are still on. What else can I try?

Check whether subtitles are being sent by your cable box or satellite receiver rather than your TV. Look for a Menu or Settings button on that device's remote and turn subtitles off there. If you are using an external streaming device, check its settings as well.