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More than 40 million people subscribe to Hulu, and though it doesn't have the global reach of Disney Plus, Netflix or HBO Max, the streamer gets plenty of airplay in homes across the US. Why? With access to current episodes from major TV networks, originals, films and a live TV option, it's become one of the go-to streaming services for fresh content that can keep you entertained for hours.
Now, we know Netflix has a stack of obscure settings, but did you know Hulu comes with a few perks, too? Stream live news channels on any plan. Host a remote watch party. Or take your subscription to the next level: In addition to Hulu's basic $6 tier, you can pay more to remove ads or step up to Hulu Plus Live TV, which comes with an unlimited DVR and access to Disney Plus and ESPN Plus.
But what about Hulu's features? Though the platform isn't as intuitive to use as I'd like, I found plenty of ways to enhance the viewing experience. I'm sorry to say that Hulu lacks secret codes that unlock genre menus and other categories of content like Netflix, but with these tricks, you can still add a little razzle dazzle to your streaming flow. 
One thing before we dive in: I learned the hard way that Hulu's functions don't work the same across all devices. That inconsistency may be frustrating, but you can check which supported devices work best with these tips by visiting Hulu's help center.
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