Autoplay Shorts

Automatically plays the next short video on YouTube Shorts.

Autoplay Shorts - Seamless YouTube Shorts Experience

"Autoplay Shorts" is a Chrome extension designed to enhance your YouTube Shorts experience by automatically playing the next short video after the current one ends. With features like easy pause/resume controls, smart pausing when switching tabs, and a dark mode for comfortable viewing, you can enjoy a seamless video experience without interruptions. It also supports multiple languages, making it accessible to a wider audience. Say goodbye to repeatedly hitting the down arrow key and dive into endless entertainment!
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
By: ProtoCode
Users: 2,000+
Version: 1.3.36 (Last updated: 2025-02-18)
Creation date: 2022-11-27
Permissions:
  • scripting
  • storage
Host permissions:
  • *://*.youtube.com/shorts/*
Size: 658.43K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works as advertised
  • Easy to use after initial setup
  • Successfully autoplays Shorts
  • Recommended by users
  • Compatible with Edge and PC app
Cons
  • Requires manual scrolling once for it to start working
  • Does not autoplay when in a different tab
  • Some users report it not working at all
  • Incompatibility with certain Chrome versions
Most mentioned
  • Works effectively when initial conditions are met
  • Needs manual intervention (scrolling) for autoplay to begin
  • Not functioning for some users or certain versions
User reviews
100% works. Not sure why people rated it poorly. Probably didn't read the instructions...
by Rando, 2025-02-15

Works
by Louis, 2025-02-08

Works as advertised, I love it. One suggestion, have the "sponsored" shorts scroll as soon as that word appears in the description, if possible (maybe with a mutation observer).
by Joe L., 2025-02-01
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Autoplay Shorts requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Autoplay Shorts. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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