How to Stop Your PlayStation 4 from Automatically Downloading and Updating Games
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In the following video guide, we will demonstrate how to prevent your PlayStation 4 from automatically downloading and updating games in the background.
Background
When you have numerous games installed on your PlayStation 4, they will regularly receive updates from the game developers. These updates can sometimes be over 10 GB in size, causing a significant strain on your Internet connection. As a result, it's advisable to either pause or completely cancel these automatic downloads to avoid slowing down your connection.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Accessing Settings: Navigate to the home screen of your PlayStation 4 and select the "Settings" option.
2. Network Settings: Within the Settings menu, scroll down and choose "Network."
3. Internet Connection: Select "Internet Connection Settings" and then choose the network you are connected to.
4. Custom Setup: Opt for the "Custom" setup when prompted.
5. Automatic Downloads: Proceed by selecting "Automatic Downloads."
6. Application Update Files: Within the Automatic Downloads menu, uncheck the box next to "Application Update Files."
7. Confirm Changes: Save the changes and exit the settings menu.
By following these steps, you can effectively prevent your PlayStation 4 from automatically downloading and updating game files in the background, ultimately preserving the speed of your Internet connection.
For a visual walkthrough of these steps, please refer to the accompanying video guide.
Background
When you have numerous games installed on your PlayStation 4, they will regularly receive updates from the game developers. These updates can sometimes be over 10 GB in size, causing a significant strain on your Internet connection. As a result, it's advisable to either pause or completely cancel these automatic downloads to avoid slowing down your connection.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Accessing Settings: Navigate to the home screen of your PlayStation 4 and select the "Settings" option.
2. Network Settings: Within the Settings menu, scroll down and choose "Network."
3. Internet Connection: Select "Internet Connection Settings" and then choose the network you are connected to.
4. Custom Setup: Opt for the "Custom" setup when prompted.
5. Automatic Downloads: Proceed by selecting "Automatic Downloads."
6. Application Update Files: Within the Automatic Downloads menu, uncheck the box next to "Application Update Files."
7. Confirm Changes: Save the changes and exit the settings menu.
By following these steps, you can effectively prevent your PlayStation 4 from automatically downloading and updating game files in the background, ultimately preserving the speed of your Internet connection.
For a visual walkthrough of these steps, please refer to the accompanying video guide.