Correct Pause

Extension to fix YouTube Spacebar play/pause function

Correct Pause - YouTube Spacebar Fix Extension

"Correct Pause" is a Chrome extension designed to resolve a recent YouTube issue where the Spacebar fails to play or pause videos when unfocused or after using Alt+Tab. Created by MrQuackDuck, this solution restores normal video control functionality, enhancing your viewing experience. Full credit goes to the original developer. For more details, visit the GitHub page or JustEmpire website.

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Extension stats

By: Aljo

Users: 518

-1

Rating: 4.63

(24)

Version: 1.8.1 (Last updated: 2024-03-12)

Creation date: 2023-11-16

Permissions:

scripting

Host permissions:

*://youtube.com/*

Size: 8.76K

Email: al*****@gmail.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 38,457 ▼ 272

Other rankings

#13499 in Tools ▲ 126 #22 in pause keyword 27 ▲ 1

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

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Pros

Works perfectly for pausing videos
Eliminates the need to constantly click the pause button
Great solution for frustrations with the spacebar not working as intended
Users appreciate the convenience it brings while multitasking
Positive user feedback overall indicates satisfaction with the functionality

Cons

Issues with pausing not working correctly when using YouTube Music
Alt tabbing sometimes causes skipping forward instead of correctly pausing videos
Extension might need improvements on domain specificity for better functionality

Most mentioned

The extension helps in pausing YouTube videos effectively
Users express a desire for improved functionality with YouTube Music and alt tabbing issues
Overall user satisfaction with the extension's performance and its practical benefits

User reviews

perfevt

Rajat, 2024-11-09

gorgeous

Luiz, 2024-07-01

No more frustrated hammering of the spacebar — it now pauses most of the time. I'll change to 5 stars if it can also be made to pause instead of mute when the volume is in focus.

Mark James, 2024-06-29

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Correct Pause requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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