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title: "Resolving Autoplay Problems in Advanced Slider/Gallery Blocks"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/software/kadence/autoplay-problems-in-advanced-slider-gallery-blocks/"
description: "If the Advanced Gallery or Advanced Slider blocks are not autoplaying as expected, this is usually not a bug. This behavior can be intentional and related to yo…"
vertical: "Software"
area: "Kadence"
date: "2025-05-27"
last_modified: "2026-07-02"
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# Resolving Autoplay Problems in Advanced Slider/Gallery Blocks

If the **[Advanced Gallery](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/kadence/advanced-gallery-block/)** or **[Advanced Slider](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/kadence/blocks/advanced-slider-block/)** blocks are not autoplaying as expected, this is usually not a bug. This behavior can be intentional and related to your **device’s** **accessibility settings**.

Another possible source of conflict could be the **caching** or **optimization** settings enabled on your site. [Click here](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/kadence/troubleshooting-optimization-caching-plugins/) to view a guide on how to identify and exclude caching settings that may interfere with Kadence functionality.

How It Works

The **Advanced** **Gallery** and **Advanced** **Slider** blocks use **Splide**, a lightweight and flexible *JavaScript* *slider* that is designed with accessibility in mind. One of its core features is the ability to **respect** **system-level settings** that reduce *motion* or *animation*.  
  
If your device has these settings enabled, autoplay will be **intentionally disabled** to support a more accessible user experience.

How to Check Your Accessibility Settings

Accessibility settings vary depending on the device you’re using. Learn how to check your accessibility settings on **Windows** or **Mac** below.

On MacOS

1. Open **System Settings** or **System Preferences**.
2. Go to **Accessibility**, then **Display**.
3. Look for the setting labeled **“Reduce motion**“.
4. If **Reduce motion** is enabled, autoplay will be turned off by default.

On Windows

1. Open **Settings**.
2. Go to **Accessibility**, then **Visual Effects**.
3. Find the **Animation effects** option.
4. Make sure **Animation effects** is turned **on** to allow autoplay.

Summary

This is expected behavior. The slider is designed to follow **accessibility** **preferences** set on your device. If autoplay is not working, it’s likely due to a system setting that limits animation for accessibility reasons.  
  
If the steps above do not work for you, consider reaching out to Kadence Support.

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