What does Playlist refresh mean?
A playlist refresh asks the player to retrieve or reprocess the current channel-list source. It can update entries and categories, but it does not purchase subscription time, change account rights or necessarily refresh programme-guide artwork.
Why it matters
Players differ in whether a refresh preserves local favourites, hidden groups and ordering. Use the documented update action before deleting and recreating an account. Let it finish and check a known entry so the result is clear. If local organisation matters, make a supported backup before a broader re-import.
A practical example
For example, a new channel identifier can appear after refresh while an old favourite still points to a removed entry. Search the maintained list and replace the local shortcut rather than repeatedly refreshing an account that already has the current catalogue.
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Related terminology: Player recording, Port forwarding.
For practical setup and troubleshooting, browse the journal or support guides.