Chrome-Stats extension
WebCast
Finds videos in the web page you're on and allows to send them to Chromecast.
What is WebCast?
Stats
- webRequest
- tabs
- http://*/*
- https://*/*
Other platforms
Summary
WebCast extension detects video files in .mp4 format that are played on the page, and allow to send them to ChromeCast device. Whenever extension detects supported video file being played on the page, it will add page action to your omibox that allows to play video on Chrome Cast device. This version of plugin opens video file in external website, that has video player supporting ChromeCast.
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- Useful for casting videos
- Supports Chromecast
- Potential to cast sites that may not normally cast
- Easy use and compatibility
Cons
- High CPU usage
- Causes computer heat up
- Sometimes does not work
- Cannot find videos on some websites
Most mentioned
- CPU usage
- Inability to cast certain websites
- Error of server or backend down
Recent reviews
Brenda Gutierrez, 2023-09-17
Justin Cram, 2023-02-13
Nasir Afolabi Agbalaya, 2022-10-30Safety
Risk impact
WebCast is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install WebCast if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
WebCast may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.
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