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Video backdrop navbar overlap & screensaver activating during playback on TV client

Bug Report Resolved Jellyfin & Emby JW Player Public
Submitted Nov 12, 2026 Updated Nov 12, 2026
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1. Video Backdrop Overlaps Left Navigation Sidebar Description: On the TV client view (specifically on movie/series details pages), the background video backdrop fails to respect the boundaries of the left-hand navigation sidebar. Instead of sizing properly, the left edge of the video cuts off abruptly halfway through the navigation icons, leaving an awkward overlap. Expected Behavior: Ideally, the background video/backdrop should span edge-to-edge across the entire screen—sitting cleanly behind a translucent navigation sidebar for a much cleaner, full-screen look. If full-screen scaling isn't feasible due to layout constraints, adding a smooth dark gradient fade or blur along the left edge of the video would keep it from looking abruptly cut off behind the navbar icons. 2. Screensaver Covers Active Theme Video and Trailer Playback Description: While a theme video or trailer backdrop is actively playing on a media details page, Jellywatch's built-in screensaver still triggers and covers the screen. Notably, the theme audio continues playing underneath, meaning playback isn't interrupted—the screensaver simply hides the active video visually. Expected Behavior: Active playback of theme videos and trailers should suppress the screensaver from appearing. The screensaver inactivity countdown should only start after the video backdrops have finished playing.
asgard7443 Discord Nov 12, 2026
Moved to jellywatch player
Admin Staff Nov 12, 2026
Hi! First of all, thank you for the comprehensive bug reports—they are incredibly useful and help us improve the application as effectively and quickly as possible! We’ve implemented fixes for both bugs in version 1052. If the issues persist, or if you encounter any others, please let us know! Thanks!