Enabling audio on Reddit videos viewed on mobile devices is a feature governed by specific user settings and the inherent nature of the content itself. Video posts, often appearing as GIFs, may initially play without sound due to muted default settings within the Reddit app or the video’s original formatting. To hear audio, users must ensure that the sound is enabled within the app’s settings and that the uploaded content includes an audio track.
The ability to access audio enhances the viewing experience, adding context and emotional impact to shared videos. Historically, silent GIFs were the standard for quick, easily digestible content. The integration of video with optional audio has broadened the range of expression and communication on the platform, mirroring the evolution of internet content from static images to dynamic multimedia.