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Digitize, organize, and stream your DVD and Blu-ray collection with PLEX Media Server.

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Streaming made easier with PLEX Media Server.

Streaming your favorite movies and TV shows has never been easier with PLEX. It is a strong option for a home entertainment setup because it brings your media together in one organized place.

Whether you are sharing with family, customizing your interface, or digitizing your collection, this guide covers the core workflow.

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Sharing Your Movie Library

With PLEX, you can stream your movie collection to family across the country. This video tutorial walks through the account setup and sharing process so your loved ones can enjoy your collection anytime.

Customizing Your Movie Posters

Make your library visually cleaner. This video shows you how to replace default movie posters with your own custom images, giving your PLEX interface more personality.

Ripping DVD and Blu-ray Movies

Digitizing your collection starts here. Learn to use MakeMKV, MKVToolNix, and Handbrake to turn your physical DVDs and Blu-rays into digital files ready for PLEX.

Compressing Videos - Part Two

Video files too large? Learn how to shrink them with Handbrake without losing the quality you care about. This is useful when you want to preserve space on your server.

Separating TV Episodes - Part Three

This tutorial focuses on splitting episodes from a single disc using MKVToolNix, which is important when organizing TV shows properly in your PLEX library.

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One Place for All Your Home Entertainment

With PLEX, you can keep your entire movie and TV collection in one place, accessible from anywhere. It is a practical way to simplify your entertainment setup and share it with family and friends.

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