Minimal YouTube

An extension for that replaces the YouTube UI with a minimal design containing no recommendations, shorts, or distractions.

What is Minimal YouTube?

Minimal YouTube is an innovative Chrome extension designed to provide a distraction-free YouTube experience. It replaces the standard YouTube UI with a minimalistic design, removing any recommendations, shorts, or other potential distractions. Ideal for those seeking a more focused, cleaner YouTube experience, Minimal YouTube is a tool that enhances productivity and aids in reducing screen time. With this extension, the power to enjoy videos without the usual clutter is in your hands. It's your YouTube, simplified.

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By: Ephraim Atta-Duncan

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Users: 5,000+

Rating: 4.54 (67)

Version: 1.2.1 (Last updated: 2024-06-24)

Creation date: 2022-09-26

Risk impact: Low risk impact

Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 3

Permissions:

storage

Size: 226.30K

Email: ep*****@gmail.com

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# 14164 ▼ 41

Other rankings

#1624 in Tools ▲ 2 #133 in youtube keyword 82 ▼ 19

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Minimal YouTube (v1.2.1)

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Pros

Simple, neat, and modern design
Effectively minimizes distractions by removing recommendations
Helps users focus on specific content without getting overwhelmed
Useful for students and those looking for a minimal YouTube experience

Cons

Has issues with functionality, including broken features and not working as intended
Inability to access certain features like the channel screen and YouTube Studio
Some users find the UI changes disorienting or buggy
Lacks options for likes/dislikes and other elements that users may want

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