Color Indications

When you're exploring thousands of movies, TV shows, and anime on SIMKL.com, spotting the most relevant content at a glance can be a challenge. That’s why SIMKL has implemented a smart color-coded system throughout the platform—to help you instantly understand what’s new, airing, or not yet released.

Let’s break down what these colored indicators mean and where you’ll see them in action.

What Are SIMKL’s Color Indicators?

SIMKL uses small colored circles and labels throughout the platform (next to posters, titles, lists, and filter views) to convey real-time status info about a show or movie. Instead of opening each title to check details, you get a visual shortcut for faster decisions.

These indicators are used in:

• Movie and TV show listings

• Anime filler guides

• Release calendars

• Progress tracking dashboards

• and many more areas

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Primary Circle Color Indicators

🔴 Red – Not Released Yet

Where it's used:

• Upcoming movies

• Upcoming shows

• Episode release schedules

• Premiere Countdown Pages

Why it matters:

• Instantly shows you which content is unavailable yet.

• The built-in countdown helps you plan your watchlist around major releases.

• Useful for setting expectations, especially for fans tracking long-awaited titles like sequels or blockbuster premieres.

• You can prioritize titles by release date and prepare for binge sessions in advance.

📝 Example: “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse – In 700 days”

🟢 Green – Currently Airing

Where it's used:

• TV series still releasing episodes

• Ongoing anime seasons

• Show dashboards and progress bars

Why it matters:

• Helps you track shows you're following in real-time.

• Immediately lets you know a show hasn’t finished yet, ideal for weekly watchers.

• Encourages engagement during the airing window, you stay in sync with global discussions, avoid spoilers, and build anticipation.

• Reduces confusion about whether you're waiting for new episodes or if the series is complete.

📝 Example: “The Simpsons” – 600/786 episodes watched, still airing.

⚪ White – Newly Released

Where it's used:

• Movies currently in theaters

• Brand new TV shows with only 1 episode aired

• Indicates something just launched, often used in “Released” filters or “Progress” views.

📝 Example: “Mandala Murders – 0/1 episodes watched”

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Color Labels for Anime Episodes

In addition to the release status indicators, SIMKL offers specific labels to differentiate between canon and filler episodes in anime series.

These colored tags appear in episode guides (like for One Piece or Naruto), helping fans focus on the episodes that follow the manga storyline.

✅ Green – Canon / Manga Canon

• These episodes are faithful to the original manga.

• Essential for plot development.

• Tagged as: Manga Canon or Mixed Canon/Filler.

📝 Example: “Enter the Great Swordsman! Zoro” – Manga Canon

❌ Red – Filler

• These episodes are not part of the manga and can often be skipped.

• Perfect for viewers who want to stick strictly to canon material.

📝 Example: “Kidnapped! Naruto's Hot Springs Adventure!” – Filler

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Why Color Indicators Matter

SIMKL’s color-coded system is more than just a visual flair—it’s a core feature designed to improve user experience, reduce decision fatigue, and help you manage your entertainment library more efficiently.

Here’s how it helps:

• ✅ Skip filler episodes in anime without second-guessing.

• 🔄 Spot ongoing series to catch up weekly.

• 🎬 See what's just released to stay ahead of the hype.

• 📅 Track future releases and set reminders for Day 1 viewing.

SIMKL’s color indicators are a subtle but powerful feature to help you navigate content more effectively. Whether you’re binge-watching an ongoing show, dodging filler arcs in anime, or counting down to the next blockbuster release, the visual cues keep your experience organized and efficient.