Picture-in-Picture (PiP) is a feature in the iOS Crunchyroll app that lets you keep watching your show or movie in a small floating window while you do other things on your device.
Want to look up a soundtrack or text a friend without pausing your episode? PiP makes it possible to multitask while your anime keeps playing.
What devices support PiP?
- Available on iOS devices.
- Not available on Android devices (for now).
Do I need a Premium account to use PiP?
Yes. PiP is included with Fan, Mega Fan, and Ultimate Fan subscriptions.
How do I start PiP?
- Open a show in the Crunchyroll app on iOS.
- Tap the PiP icon (double-box) at the top of the player, left of the AirPlay icon.
- Move the mini-player anywhere on your screen.
- You can place it in any corner of your screen.
- The large player can be docked at the top or bottom of your app screen.
Can I use other apps while PiP is active?
Yes! With PiP, you can:
- Text or look things up without interrupting your episode.
- Keep exploring the Crunchyroll app.
- Post or scroll on social media (your video will pause when you’re playing audio—just press play to up right where you left off)
- Add shows to your watchlist.
What sizes does PiP support?
- Small
- Medium
- Large (expands to the width of the app)
How do I stop PiP?
Two easy ways:
- Tap the X button (upper left of the PiP window) to close it completely.
- Tap the PiP icon (upper right of the PiP window) to return to the full Crunchyroll player.
For more information on PiP functions, check out this article!
With PiP, you never have to choose between watching anime and multitasking, do both at once!