ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

MHEG-5

MHEG-5 is a set of rules or instructions that make it possible for a special type of television program or app to work on your TV.

Think of it like a recipe that tells you how to make a cake. MHEG-5 is the recipe that tells your TV what to do when you press a button on your remote control to get a certain program or app to play.

MHEG-5 helps your TV understand what to do when you push the buttons on your remote control. It tells your TV which picture to show and which sound to play.

Imagine you want to watch a cartoon that you love. You pick up the remote control and press a button to turn on your TV. Then you press another button to find the channel that has your cartoon. MHEG-5 helps your TV find the right channel and show your favorite show.

So, MHEG-5 is a special set of rules that helps your TV show different programs and apps like cartoons, games, and movies.