What is motion smoothing?

Motion smoothing is a feature in modern televisions that creates additional frames by inserting artificial frames between the original frames of a video. This technology is also known as motion interpolation or frame interpolation. The purpose of motion smoothing is to improve the smoothness and clarity of motion on the screen, especially for fast-moving objects.

Motion smoothing technology analyzes the video frame by frame and then predicts the movement of each object. It then generates extra frames based on the predicted movement to create a smoother flow of motion. The extra frames are then inserted between the original frames of the video, resulting in a higher frame rate and smoother motion.

While motion smoothing can improve the clarity and smoothness of fast-moving scenes, some people find that the added frames can make the video look too smooth and artificial, leading to a "soap opera" effect. Additionally, motion smoothing can introduce artifacts such as motion blur, distortion, and ghosting, particularly in low-quality video content.

Motion smoothing can typically be turned on or off in the TV settings, allowing viewers to decide whether or not they want to use the feature.