Playback Rate Controller

Take control over video playback speed! Change video/audio playback rates of HTML5 media including YouTube videos.

Playback Rate Controller - Control Video Speed in your Browser

'Playback Rate Controller' is a useful Chrome extension designed to provide users with complete control over video or audio playback speed on their browser. It allows them to adjust the speed at which HTML5 media is played, providing an enhanced viewing or listening experience. The extension is compatible with popular websites like YouTube and Vimeo, ensuring that users can set their own pace while consuming content across these platforms.
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Extension stats

Users: 10,000+
Rating: 4.56
(61)
Version: 1.4.1 (Last updated: 2024-11-04)
Creation date: 2020-01-14
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 18.00K

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

This extension allows changing video or audio playback rate giving you full control over the speed with which your browser plays HTML5 media. It is compatible with websites such as YouTube and Vimeo.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Works as intended
  • Easy to use, can control the speed of audio conveniently
  • Highly recommended by users
  • Simple interface
Cons
  • Says 'no audio or video content found' sometimes
  • Missing 3x speed button
  • No keyboard shortcuts available
Most mentioned
  • Works as described
  • Love it, used daily
  • Easy to use
User reviews
Works as described!
by goodflyer 2012, 2024-12-02

Says "no audio or video content found"
by Lukas K., 2024-10-04

by Pierre Durand, 2024-08-15
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Playback Rate Controller requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Playback Rate Controller has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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