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How to clear cache on Kodi

If you ever encounter playback issues, add-ons lagging, or other strange occurrences in Kodi, flushing the cache can often help fix the problem. Just don't overdo it because it's not as necessary as some commentators would have you believe.

Unfortunately, despite user pressure, the Kodi developers have yet to incorporate a native “Clear Cache” button into the software. Instead, the only solution is to turn to third-party plugins and repositories. How to use Kodi without breaking the law How to use Kodi without breaking the law You don't have to break the law to get the most out of your Kodi box. Here's how to make it work without straying from that thin gray line. Read more.

But don't worry, it's not as complicated as it seems. In this article, we show you how to clear the cache on Kodi with a third-party tool.

How to clear the cache on Kodi

Before reading any further, please note that these instructions refer to Kodi version 17 (codenamed Krypton). If you are running a different version of Kodi, the methodology for installing the repositories and addons may differ.

We are going to use the Merlin Wizard plugin. Follow the step-by-step instructions below to learn how to implement it.

How to clear cache on Kodi

  1. Open Kodi.
  2. Go Settings> File Manager> Add Source> Add Source> None .
  3. Type http://srp.nu/ in the box on the screen and click OK .
  4. Call the source Superrepo and press Enter .
  5. Go back to the Kodi home screen..
  6. Go Plugins> Package Installer .
  7. On the next screen, go to Install from Zip File> Superrepo .
  8. Go Krypton> Repositories> Superrepo .
  9. Choose superrepo.kodi.krypton.repositories.zip from the list and wait for the ZIP file to install.
  10. On the next screen, go to Install from repository> Superrepo Repositories> Plugin repository> Superrepo All> Install .
  11. Go back to the home screen and go to Plugins> Package Installer> Install from repository> Superrepo All> Program Plugins> Merlin Helper .
  12. Click Launch Wizard .
  13. Select Toolbox .
  14. In the bottom right corner of Merlin Wizard, click Clear caches , Remove Packages , and Delete thumbnails .

How to clear cache on Kodi

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