HBO Max/Go Shortcuts

Add's shortcuts to HBO Max/Go. L/R Arrow: Skip 10 seconds, Up/Down: Change Volume, Space: Pause, C: Skip Commercials

HBO Max/Go Shortcuts - Enhance Your Streaming Experience

The 'HBO Max/Go Shortcuts' Chrome extension brings added functionality to your HBO Go/Max viewing experience. Features include skipping 10 seconds back or forward using left/right arrow keys, volume control with the up/down keys, pause/play toggle with the space key, and a commercial skipping option using the 'C' key. The extension transforms your browsing into a seamless, hassle-free experience, ensuring you get the most out of your HBO Max/Go content.
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Extension stats

Users: 3,000+
Rating: 4.13
(31)
Version: 0.2 (Last updated: 2020-08-03)
Creation date: 2020-03-07
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
Size: 7.09K

Other platforms

Not available on Android
HBO Max/Go Shortcuts (v0.3)
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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

An extension that add's standard shortcuts HBO Go/Max streaming service. Left/Right Arrow: Skips -10/+10 seconds, Up/Down: Increase/Decrease Volume, Space: Pause Video, C: Skip Commercials (60 Secs)

User reviews

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Pros
  • Works as promised
  • Provides keyboard shortcuts for HBO Max
  • Responsive and precise functionality when working
  • Improves user experience on HBO Max
Cons
  • Stopped working after HBO rebranded as 'Max'
  • Requires browsing history permission
  • Inconsistent performance; often reported as not working
  • Multiple users experiencing issues recently
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work anymore
  • Used to work great
  • Stopped working recently
  • Great for keyboard shortcuts
  • Requires browsing history
User reviews
Works.
by Josh Gordon, 2024-08-11

This extension worked great... right up until HBO rebranded as "Max". That seems to have killed the functionality of the extension. But that's HBO's doing, not the extension developer's. So while this extension no longer works, when it did, it was great.
by Chris Colgan, 2023-07-05

Doesn't work and doesn't need your browsing history.
by Remie Smith, 2022-08-18
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Extension safety

Risk impact

HBO Max/Go Shortcuts requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

HBO Max/Go Shortcuts has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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