Multiple versions all appear as watched in the overview even though I've watched 1 specific version

Plex Media Server Metadata & Adding Files
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Not a big problem but I just wanted to share this since I can’t find a solution.

Recently I’ve upgraded to 4K-HDR files and at the moment I’ve decided to keep the 1080p files in the server (convenience and temp backup).

Now the thing is. If I play the 4K version (vice versa) and I stop watching Plex will show both versions as recently watched. So there will be 2 images showing of the same movies with different qualities. As aformentioned not a big problem but can be annoying.

Layout Library:
I’ve devided my library into categories

  • Movies → 1080p
  • Movies (4K-HDR) → 4K HDR

So the files are not in the same library.

I assume there is a function that links everything together in the plex settings but which one?

I’m open for any suggentions.

Many Thx

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The reason for this is that both files are the same movie.
You are watching movies, not files.

For Plex, both files share the same “identity” as a movie.

If you have the same movie in 2 different Plex libraries, they appear twice on your home page. Once for every library.

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Thank you that makes sense.

Like i’ve said it isn’t a problem just a bit annoying.

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