# Transforming Jellyfin Into a Premium Streaming Experience KefinTweaks plugin brings modern streaming interface features to your personal media server. - **Source:** [XDA Developers](https://www.xda-developers.com) - **Published:** 2026-11-07 - **Topic:** [technology](https://brifing.si/c/technology) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/d6db0a63-fe0a-4192-af05-20ab1ef8c0de ## Modernizing Media Server Interfaces Jellyfin users often face static alphabetical lists that lack the discovery features of commercial streaming platforms. The community-developed plugin KefinTweaks addresses this by introducing customizable home-screen sections and dynamic skins. It transforms the standard web interface into a visually engaging experience that prioritizes content discovery over simple file management. ## Core Functionality and Watchlists The plugin introduces a dedicated watchlist feature, allowing users to save movies, shows, or specific episodes for later viewing. This system supports automatic removal after completion, preventing clutter in favorites. By leveraging existing playback tracking, the tool provides a seamless way to manage media consumption without manual intervention or complex organization. ## Advanced Browsing and Statistics Users gain access to detailed Series Progress and Movie History pages, which include filtering and sorting controls. The plugin also provides viewing statistics for episodes and films, offering insights into personal consumption habits. Additionally, it enables infinite scrolling for library pages, replacing traditional pagination to create a smoother, more fluid browsing experience. ## Technical Implementation Requirements KefinTweaks operates exclusively through the Jellyfin web interface, meaning native apps like Android TV do not support these visual changes. Installation requires the JavaScript Injector plugin from n00bcodr’s repository. Users should also install File Transformation to avoid potential permission issues, ensuring the scripts load correctly within the server's dashboard environment. ## Script Configuration Process After installing the JavaScript Injector, users must add a specific script loader pointing to the latest KefinTweaks source code. Once the script is enabled and the browser refreshed, a dedicated configuration panel appears. This interface allows for granular control over feature toggles, skin selection, and home-screen layout adjustments for personalized viewing. ## Customizing Home Screen Layouts The plugin enables users to curate their home screen with rows for new releases, genres, and custom collections. Unlike standard recently added lists, the new release row utilizes actual release dates for better relevance. Users can also prioritize Continue Watching and watchlist sections to ensure essential content remains accessible at the top. ## Discovery and Artwork Controls Discovery sections can be configured to suggest titles based on favorites, watchlists, or specific genres. The section wizard provides templates, while an advanced editor allows for complex queries and sorting rules. Furthermore, users can adjust artwork types, grid layouts, and text placement to give specific sections visual prominence within the library. ## Impact on Media Consumption By bridging the gap between personal media servers and commercial streaming services, KefinTweaks enhances user engagement with their own content. It simplifies navigation and discovery, making large libraries more manageable. While limited to web-based clients, the plugin remains a powerful tool for those seeking a polished, professional-grade interface for Jellyfin. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.xda-developers.com/kefintweaks-jellyfin-media-library-finally-looks-streaming-service/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._