Sonarr Prefer X265 !!hot!! -
Now that Sonarr knows how to identify x265, you need to tell it that these files are more desirable than others. Go to . Select the profile you use (e.g., HD-1080p ). Find the Custom Formats section at the bottom.
✅ By assigning a positive score to the x265/HEVC regex in your Custom Formats, you automate a leaner, higher-quality media library.
This guide will walk you through setting up custom formats and quality profiles to ensure your library shifts toward the x265 standard. Why Prefer x265?
The most effective way to tell Sonarr what you want is through . This allows you to "score" specific terms found in release titles. Navigate to Settings > Custom Formats . Click the + icon to create a new format. Name: Call it "x265 HEVC". Specifications: Add a new specification. Select Release Title as the type. In the Regular Expression field, enter: (?i)x265|HEVC . Save the format. Step 2: Configure Your Quality Profile
Now that Sonarr knows how to identify x265, you need to tell it that these files are more desirable than others. Go to . Select the profile you use (e.g., HD-1080p ). Find the Custom Formats section at the bottom.
✅ By assigning a positive score to the x265/HEVC regex in your Custom Formats, you automate a leaner, higher-quality media library.
This guide will walk you through setting up custom formats and quality profiles to ensure your library shifts toward the x265 standard. Why Prefer x265?
The most effective way to tell Sonarr what you want is through . This allows you to "score" specific terms found in release titles. Navigate to Settings > Custom Formats . Click the + icon to create a new format. Name: Call it "x265 HEVC". Specifications: Add a new specification. Select Release Title as the type. In the Regular Expression field, enter: (?i)x265|HEVC . Save the format. Step 2: Configure Your Quality Profile