Picture-in-Picture Extension (by Google)

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What is Picture-in-Picture Extension (by Google)?

The 'Picture-in-Picture Extension (by Google)' is a Chrome extension that enhances user experience in multimedia interaction. It lets users enjoy videos in a floating window, always on top of other active windows, which guarantees uninterrupted viewing while multi-tasking on other websites or apps. The extension is activated by using a keyboard shortcut - Alt+P for Windows, and ⌥+P for macOS.

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Extension stats

By: https://google.com

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Users: 3,000,000+

Rating: 3.98 (2,051) ▲ 9 new ratings

Version: 1.11 (Last updated: 2022-09-15)

Creation date: 2020-03-31

Risk impact: Moderate risk impact

Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 3

Permissions:

scripting
storage

Host permissions:

<all_urls>

Size: 26.21K

Email: pi*****@google.com

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Ranking

# 178 ▼ 1

Other rankings

#2534 in Workflow & Planning ▼ 1

#4 in For music lovers

#28 in Chrome Web Store Home Page

#1 in picture keyword 70

#2 in extension keyword 84

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Other platforms

Not available on Firefox

Picture-in-Picture Everywhere (v1.10)

4.30

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Extension summary

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Picture-in-Picture (PiP) allows you to watch videos in a floating window (always on top of other windows) so you can keep an eye on what you’re watching while interacting with other sites, or applications.

Keyboard shortcut: Alt + P (⌥ + P on macOS)

Source code: https://github.com/GoogleChromeLabs/picture-in-picture-chrome-extension

By installing this item, you agree to the Google Terms of Service and Privacy Policy at https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Very useful for watching videos on various platforms.
Allows for Picture-in-Picture functionality without needing another browser.
Enables usage in applications like Google Meet.
Super PiP offers playback controls and subtitles.

Cons

Lacks advanced playback controls such as play/pause toggle, mute toggle, and responsive player size.
Does not work in fullscreen Mac apps.
Functionality decreased for certain platforms like Disney and Crunchyroll.

Most mentioned

Super PiP works better, has more features.
Lacks functionality compared to other browsers.
Playback controls like volume and subtitles are appreciated.

Recent reviews

This is what i have been looking for, instead of buying a second monitor you just use this extension. Very handy if you just wanna chill in a game with something on the side. Can be adjusted on the screen. Very pleased with this!!!

SKERPI, 2024-10-03

PLease bring back to Google Meet

A O, 2024-10-03

Super PiP works better. It has playback controls so you can pause video, adjust volume, play next, etc. It also has subtitles for Youtube.

J S, 2024-10-02

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Picture-in-Picture Extension (by Google) may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.