The fastest way to disable subtitles on your Samsung TV
Press the Menu button on your remote. Navigate to Subtitles or Caption (the exact name depends on your model year). Select Off or Disabled. 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 remotes have a dedicated button that toggles captions on and off without opening the menu at all. Press it once to turn captions off.
The method you use depends on whether the subtitles are coming from your TV's settings or from the app or input you are watching. If subtitles stay on even after you turn them off in the TV menu, the source itself (Netflix, a cable box, a streaming stick) may be controlling them instead.
Key Takeaways
- The Menu button leads to a Subtitles or Caption setting that you can turn off in seconds on most Samsung models.
- Many Samsung remotes have a dedicated CC button that toggles subtitles directly without opening the menu.
- If subtitles reappear, the app or device you are watching (Netflix, cable box, streaming stick) may be overriding your TV setting.
- Subtitle settings can vary between Samsung TV models, but the general path through the menu is the same.
Using the Menu button on your remote
Open the main menu by pressing Menu on your Samsung remote. You will see a list of options — look for Picture, Sound, Subtitles, or Captions. The exact wording changes by model, but it is usually grouped with audio and display settings.
Once you find the Subtitles or Caption option, select it and choose Off, Disabled, or No Subtitles. Press the confirmation button (usually Enter or the center of the directional pad). Exit the menu by pressing Menu again or selecting Exit.
On newer Samsung models (2020 and later), the menu layout is cleaner and the Subtitles option often appears under Accessibility instead of in the main settings. If you do not see it in the first menu, look for an Accessibility submenu.
The CC button: the one-press option
Your Samsung remote may have a button labeled CC or Subtitle printed directly on it. This button toggles closed captions on and off without opening any menu. Press it once to turn subtitles off, and press it again to turn them back on.
Not all Samsung remotes have this button — it is more common on newer models and on remotes designed for Samsung smart TVs. If your remote does not have a CC button, the Menu method above is your main option.
When subtitles stay on even after you turn them off
If you have turned off subtitles in your TV menu but they still appear on screen, the source you are watching is controlling them, not your TV. This happens most often with streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, or Disney+, or with cable boxes and external devices connected to your TV.
To turn off subtitles in these cases, look for a settings or options button within the app or on the device itself. On Netflix, open the app, start playing a show, and look for a speech bubble or CC icon in the bottom right corner of the screen — click it to toggle subtitles. On a cable box, press the Menu button on the cable remote (not your TV remote) and find the Captions or Subtitles setting there.
If you are using a streaming stick like Roku, Fire TV, or Apple TV, the subtitle control is usually in the app you are watching, not in the stick's main settings. Each app handles captions differently, so you may need to check the app's own menu or settings.
Subtitles controlled by your TV input or source
Some Samsung TVs have a setting that applies subtitles to all inputs — meaning cable TV, antenna broadcasts, and HDMI devices all show captions by default. If you want to turn off subtitles for a specific input (like your cable box) without affecting others, you can sometimes set this per input in the TV menu.
Go to Menu > Picture or Sound and look for an option called Input Source or HDMI Input. Some models let you adjust subtitle settings for each input separately. If your TV does not offer this level of control, turning off subtitles in the main menu will affect all inputs at once.
Resetting subtitle settings to default
If you have changed subtitle settings multiple times and want to start fresh, you can reset your TV to factory defaults. Go to Menu > Support or System > Reset. This will erase all your custom settings, including subtitle preferences, picture adjustments, and app logins.
Before you reset, write down any custom picture or sound settings you want to keep. A factory reset takes about five minutes and will turn off all subtitles, but it will also undo any other changes you have made to your TV.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do subtitles turn back on after I turn them off?
The app or device you are watching may have its own subtitle setting that overrides your TV setting. Netflix, for example, remembers your subtitle preference per profile, so if you turned subtitles on in your Netflix account, they will stay on even if your TV is set to off. Check the app's settings, not just your TV menu.
Does turning off subtitles in the menu affect all inputs?
Yes, in most cases. When you turn off subtitles in your TV menu, it applies to cable TV, antenna, HDMI inputs, and built-in apps. Some newer Samsung models let you set subtitles per input, but this is not standard. Check your TV menu to see if this option is available on your model.
What if my remote does not have a CC button?
Use the Menu button instead. Press Menu, find Subtitles or Captions, and select Off. This works on all Samsung TV models. If your remote is very old or not original, you can also buy a replacement Samsung remote that includes the CC button, or use the SmartThings app on your phone to control your TV.
Can I turn off subtitles for just one app?
Yes, but you have to do it within the app itself, not in your TV settings. Open Netflix, Hulu, or another app, start playing something, and look for a CC or subtitle icon on the screen. Click it to toggle subtitles off for that app only. Your TV settings will not override the app's choice.
Will a factory reset turn off all subtitles?
Yes, a factory reset will turn off subtitles and erase all other custom settings on your TV. It does not affect apps or external devices — those keep their own subtitle settings. Only do this if you have tried the Menu and CC button methods and still cannot turn off subtitles.