The fastest way to disable captions

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 captions will stop appearing on your screen when ready.

If you cannot find that menu, try pressing the CC (Closed Caption) button directly on your remote — many Samsung models have a dedicated button that toggles captions on and off with a single press. Look for it near the top or side of the remote.

The location of these controls varies slightly between Samsung TV models made in different years, but the principle is the same: you are telling the TV to stop displaying text on the screen. The setting stays off until you turn it back on.

Key Takeaways

  • The Menu button leads you to Subtitles or Caption settings where you can select Off.
  • Many Samsung remotes have a dedicated CC button that toggles captions when ready without opening a menu.
  • The exact menu name and button location depend on your TV model and remote type.
  • Once you turn captions off, they remain off until you manually turn them back on.
  • If captions reappear after you turn them off, check whether your input source (cable box, streaming app, or antenna) has its own caption settings.

Finding the caption settings in the main menu

Open the Menu by pressing the Menu button on your remote. You will see a list of options on the left or bottom of your screen. Look for Picture, Sound, Subtitles, or Accessibility — the exact label depends on your model.

Once you find the right section, look for an option called Subtitles, Caption, Closed Caption, or CC. Highlight it and press the right arrow or Enter to open the submenu. You will see options like On, Off, and sometimes Auto. Select Off and press Enter to confirm.

Press the Back or Exit button to close the menu and return to your show. The captions should no longer appear.

Using the CC button on your remote

The simplest method on most Samsung remotes is the CC button, which toggles captions on and off when ready. Look for it on your remote — it is usually near the top, sometimes grouped with volume and channel buttons, or near the colored buttons (red, green, yellow, blue).

Press the CC button once to turn captions off. Press it again to turn them back on. You do not need to open any menu. If you cannot locate the CC button on your remote, check the remote's label or manual to confirm which button controls captions.

If your remote does not have a dedicated CC button, the Menu method described above is your next option.

What to do if captions keep reappearing

Sometimes captions turn back on even after you have turned them off. This usually happens because your TV input source — such as a cable box, streaming device, or antenna — has its own caption settings that override your TV's settings.

Check the remote for your cable box, streaming device, or other input source and look for its own caption or subtitle controls. Many cable boxes have a dedicated button or menu option for captions. Turn captions off there as well. If you are using a streaming app like Netflix or Hulu, open the app's settings and look for subtitle or caption options within the app itself.

Once you have turned captions off at both the TV level and the input device level, they should stay off. If they still reappear, restart your TV by unplugging it for 30 seconds, then plugging it back in.

Captions on different Samsung TV models

Older Samsung TVs (before 2015) often use a Subtitle menu under Picture settings. Mid-range models (2015–2019) typically have Caption or Subtitles under Accessibility or Sound. Newer Samsung TVs (2020 and later) usually place caption controls under Accessibility or directly in the Sound menu.

If you cannot find the setting in the expected location, press Menu and use the search or help function if your remote has one. You can also check your TV's model number (usually on the back or in the settings) and search for the manual online — Samsung's support website has downloadable manuals for every model.

Turning captions on again if you change your mind

To turn captions back on, follow the same steps: press Menu, navigate to Subtitles or Caption, and select On. Alternatively, press the CC button on your remote to toggle them back on when ready.

You can also set captions to Auto mode on some Samsung models, which displays captions only when the TV detects the sound is muted or when the audio is in a language you do not speak. This is useful if you want captions available without having them on all the time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do captions appear even though I turned them off?

Your input source — cable box, streaming app, or antenna — may have its own caption settings. Check the remote for your cable box or the settings menu inside your streaming app and turn captions off there as well. If the problem persists, restart your TV by unplugging it for 30 seconds.

Where is the CC button on my Samsung remote?

The CC button is usually near the top of the remote, sometimes grouped with volume and channel controls, or near the colored buttons. If you cannot find it, check your remote's label or look up your specific remote model online. Not all Samsung remotes have a dedicated CC button — older models may require you to use the Menu instead.

Can I set captions to turn off automatically at a certain time?

Samsung TVs do not have a built-in schedule for captions. However, you can set captions to Auto mode, which displays them only when the sound is muted or when the audio language is unfamiliar. This keeps captions off during normal viewing but shows them when needed.

Do I need to turn off captions separately for each input source?

Yes. Your TV's caption setting and your input device's caption setting are separate. If you use a cable box, streaming device, or antenna, each one may have its own caption controls. Turn captions off on all of them to may support they do not appear regardless of what you are watching.

What if my remote is lost or broken?

You can control your Samsung TV using the SmartThings app on your phone if your TV is connected to Wi-Fi. Open the app, select your TV, and look for the remote control interface. You can navigate menus and adjust caption settings from there. Alternatively, purchase a replacement Samsung remote that matches your TV model.