YouTube Anywhere Remote

YouTube Anywhere Remote allows you to control videos on YouTube, Udemy, and AmigosCode even while you're using other programs!
What is YouTube Anywhere Remote?
YouTube Anywhere Remote is a Chrome extension that allows you to control YouTube, Udemy, and AmigosCode videos even while using other programs or when your browser is minimized. It features controls like Pause, Rewind, Next/Previous Video, and more. Easily choose your own shortcuts for convenience.

Extension stats

Users: 1,000+
Rating: 4.17 (18)
Version: 1.4.1 (Last updated: 2021-01-28)
Creation date: 2020-11-08
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • https://*.youtube.com/*
  • https://*.udemy.com/*
  • https://*.amigoscode.com/*
Size: 47.19K

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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Features controls like: Pause, Rewind, Next/Previous Video, and more.

This allows you to control videos on YouTube, Udemy, and AmigosCode even while using other programs or while your browser is minimized. The goal was to not have to switch back and forth between your video and your other content while studying, working, or gaming!

The extension also lets you choose all of your own shortcuts for ease-of-use.


How to Use YouTube Anywhere Remote:

Watch the YouTube video above for a visual guide!

  1. After installing, click on the dotted menu icon at the top right of your browser and under "More tools" click on "Extensions" to open the Extensions page.

  2. On the extensions page, click on the menu at the top left of the page and click on "Keyboard shortcuts".

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 intended and provides global YouTube control
  • Useful and makes life easier for users
  • Smooth functionality and responsive controls
  • Many users express gratitude for finding this tool
Cons
  • Requires disabling/enabling after browser restart
  • Stops working when navigating to other pages
  • Incompatibility issues with other extensions
  • Requested features like numpad support and automatic pausing during coding are not available
Most mentioned
  • Works well when it aligns with user needs
  • Users experience issues with functionality after certain actions
  • Requests for additional features and improvements
  • Overall a favored tool among users for YouTube control
Recent reviews
it does what it says which i love, but i wish i didn't have to disable/enable the extension every time i restart the browser to make it work. Using Chrome on Windows 10.
by coab, 2024-10-07

This is really awesome when it works. But I've noticed if you click onto any other pages it will not work. I always have to refresh my video page to get it to work again. Happy to screen share to replicate/debug.
by Kristin Boyd, 2024-03-15

Worked for a few days then stopped working
by Legendary Blizz, 2024-02-05
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Extension safety

Risk impact

YouTube Anywhere Remote requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

YouTube Anywhere Remote has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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