How to Resume Video Playback on Mac

Short answer: Vista Player can resume video playback from the last position. When you reopen a video you previously watched, Vista Player offers to resume from where you left off. Playback history is stored locally on your Mac.

How Resume Works

Vista Player automatically records your playback position for each video you watch. When you reopen a video that you previously watched, Vista Player can resume from the exact position where you stopped.

This playback history is stored locally on your Mac — no data is uploaded to any server.

How to Resume Playback

  1. Open Vista Player on your Mac.
  2. Open a video file you previously watched.
  3. Vista Player will offer to resume from the last playback position.
  4. Accept to continue from where you left off, or choose to start from the beginning.

Thumbnail Scrubbing

In addition to automatic resume, Vista Player provides thumbnail-based scrubbing for quick navigation. When you drag the seek bar, thumbnail previews appear, helping you find specific scenes quickly.

Privacy and Local Storage

All playback history is stored locally on your Mac. Vista Player does not upload playback data to any server. The App Store privacy disclosure is listed as "Data Not Collected."

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Vista Player remember where I stopped watching?

Yes. Vista Player keeps track of your playback position. When you reopen a video you previously watched, Vista Player can resume from where you left off.

Is the playback history stored locally?

Yes. Vista Player stores playback history, playlists, and settings locally on your Mac. No data is uploaded to any server.

Can I manually resume from a specific position?

Yes. You can use the seek bar or thumbnail scrubbing to navigate to any position in the video, in addition to the automatic resume feature.

Does resume work across app restarts?

Yes. Vista Player saves your playback position across app restarts, so you can close the app and resume later.

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Last verified: October 2, 2026