Better YouTube Theatre Mode
Improves YouTube's theatre mode by making use of all of the available height
What is Better YouTube Theatre Mode?
Better YouTube Theatre Mode is a Chrome extension that enhances YouTube's theatre mode by utilizing all available vertical space, resulting in a better viewing experience. It expands theatre mode vertically, providing an immersive and enjoyable viewing experience.
Extension stats
By: SimenMH
Users: 2,000+ 
Rating: 4.71
(24)
Creation date: 2022-05-11
Manifest version: 3
Size: 5.91K
Email: si*****@gmail.com
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Extension summary
How it works: -Adds a very simple change that forces theatre mode to expand vertically
Enjoy a better viewing experience.
Source: https://github.com/SimenMH/better-youtube-theatre-mode
User reviews
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Works perfectly and is easy to install.
- Great for ultrawide monitor users.
- No separate button or unnecessary marketing additions.
- Allows scrolling while in theater mode.
- Developer provides updates and support.
Cons
- Fullscreen mode is broken, showing unintended elements.
- Occasional bugs after YouTube or Chrome updates.
- Some users experienced it not working after updates.
Most mentioned
- Works perfectly
- Fullscreen is broken
- Updates affected functionality
- Easy to install and use
- Great for ultrawide users
Recent reviews
Works great as described.
Would it be possible to add an option to hide top search bar as well during theatre mode?
by 
Shaun Kim, 2024-10-08
Shaun Kim, 2024-10-08Works perfectly, great extension!!
This should be applied by default on youtube :)
by 
Matheus Souza, 2024-10-04
Matheus Souza, 2024-10-04 by 
Wiktor Góralczyk, 2024-09-10
Wiktor Góralczyk, 2024-09-10Extension safety
Risk impact
Better YouTube Theatre Mode requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
Better YouTube Theatre Mode has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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