Plex Speed

An extension that allows changing video playback speed in Plex Web Player

Plex Speed - Adjust Video Playback in Plex Web Player

'Plex Speed' is a Chrome extension designed for Plex Web Player users. This utility tool allows you to adjust video playback speed to suit your preference, proving especially beneficial when viewing educational content. By increasing the playback speed, users can absorb the same amount of information in a shorter time frame. Simplify and enhance your Plex viewing experience with Plex Speed.

Extension stats

By: Roman
Users: 5,000+
Rating: 4.65
(43)
Version: 1.1.2 (Last updated: 2021-07-16)
Creation date: 2017-08-29
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • alarms
Size: 1.03M

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 playback speed in Plex Web Player.

This is really useful for watching educational videos because by increasing playback speed you can spend less time watching the video and still be able to understand everything.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Works great for standard media playback.
  • Easy to use and works immediately.
  • Great extension without requiring special permissions.
  • Useful for watching courses and other educational content.
Cons
  • Does not work with music and audiobooks.
  • Doesn't function when casting, which limits usability for some users.
  • Lacks options for slower playback speeds.
  • No settings page or keyboard shortcuts available.
Most mentioned
  • Wishes Plex included speed control as a feature.
  • Request for a default speed setting.
  • App was reported to stop working after a Chrome update.
User reviews
by Umair Yousaf, 2023-12-01

I wish Plex included it as a feature, but this is great!
by Trevor DeMartini, 2023-11-02

Works a treat - but would be REALLY useful to set a default speed, so it remains the same every time
by Charles Delroy, 2023-08-31
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Plex Speed does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

Plex Speed has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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