why loading bars jump around instead of smoothly increasing percent?

Question

3%. 5%. 34%! 97%! 97… 98…

In: Technology

Answer 1

Tom Scott to the rescue:

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Windows & Android phones have so many different variations for their internal components that it’s difficult for the software to calculate. Macs & iPhones are a bit better at having an accurate progress bar, but still not always perfect.