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How can I tell which are PBS Passport videos?
After activating your PBS Passport account, you can view PBS Passport content on compatible smartphones, tablets, computers, TVs, and streaming devices. To learn more about how to stream Passport and what devices the PBS app is supported on, click here.  If you are using a computer, please go to PBS.org and sign in with your Passport account. Passport videos are marked with the blue-and-white compass rose icon. You will see this icon on episodes or specials of programs. Click here to learn how to search for Passport videos only
Mon, 25 Nov, 2024 at 6:00 PM
How do I search for a video?
To find a video on the PBS.org website, you can search by keyword or browse available categories.    How to search by keyword How to browse How to browse for an individual video How to search for Passport videos only How to search by keyword To search by keyword, click the magnifying glass icon in the upper right side of the site and type your search criteria in the textbox provided. When finished, click the magnifying glass icon to the right of your text or tap Enter on your keyboard. How to browse for a video You can browse Shows to see a selection of different programs. You can enter the title of the program into the Search, or filter by Genre.
Mon, 25 Nov, 2024 at 6:03 PM
Can I search for Passport videos only?
Yes. You can access Passport videos in the following ways: Use the search filters Hover over the Explore menu item and click Featured Shows in Passport Hover over your name in the upper left corner of the page and click Explore [Station] Passport Each option is displayed below.  Using Filters Conduct a keyword search by clicking the magnifying glass icon and then using the search field located in the upper left side of the screen A list of filters will appear on the left-hand side of the search results. Scroll down to see Passport videos only, click the [Station] Passport filter Your search results will update to only show Passport videos.
Mon, 25 Nov, 2024 at 6:08 PM
What shows are available with PBS Passport?
The PBS Passport library currently offers members more than 1,000 episodes from popular shows like American Experience, American Masters, Antiques Roadshow, Nature, NOVA, and Masterpiece. In addition to these signature series, the library is full of public television’s acclaimed arts, science, history, and lifestyle programs; including Great Performances, Earth a New Wild, Austin City Limits, and a rotating selection of films from Ken Burns. More shows are being added all the time. If you are interested in seeing if a specific show is available for online streaming, try using our site's search feature to to find results for a specific title or term. Available Passport videos can be found in the Episodes or Specials section of select shows. Some shows may only offer shorter clips and previews instead of episodes. Learn more about our streaming rights here. Passport videos are designated by a blue "compass rose" icon as shown in the image below: Not a PBS Passport member? Contact your local station to inquire. Due to streaming rights and legal issues, PBS is unable to distribute a list of Passport shows.
Mon, 25 Nov, 2024 at 6:29 PM