Video Player for Local Files

A web video player for local files.

Video Player for Local Files - Chrome Extension

'Video Player for Local Files' is a Chrome extension designed for simple and effective playback of local video files. It's an offline, lightweight web video player that supports multiple keyboard shortcuts and a few basic settings. Despite its simplicity, the player offers features like playlist UI and loop playback mode. Although currently limited to local file playbacks and some video formats, this user-friendly tool brings efficiency and simplicity to offline video viewing.
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Extension stats

Users: 20,000+
Rating: 3.90
(41)
Version: 1.0.0 (Last updated: 2023-08-25)
Creation date: 2021-07-18
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 30.25K

Other platforms

Video Player - Full HD Format (v3.5.2)
4.45 (46,056) 13,909,446+
Not available on Firefox
Video Player for Local Files (v1.0.0)
4.40 (9) 6,089+
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Extension summary

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An easy-to-use and very lightweight video player for local video/audio files, powered by Web technology. It works completely offline. In addition to using the mouse, it supports many useful keyboard shortcuts, as well as a few simple settings.

Homepage: https://webvideoplayer.org/

Updates: 1.0.0 (May 1, 2023): Support playlist UI and loop playback mode.

FAQ: 1.How to open the player? Click the extension icon.

2.How to open files? • Click the "Folder" icon in the panel • Keyboard shortcut: Ctrl/Cmd + O • Drag and drop files to the player

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Plays MKV files and local video files smoothly
  • Lightweight and simple to use
  • Abundant keyboard shortcuts that function well
  • Ability to drag and drop videos for easy loading
  • Allows sharing video and audio during meetings
Cons
  • No support for subtitles
  • Certain video formats, such as MP4, are not supported
  • Audio issues; users report problems with it not playing
Most mentioned
  • Does not play local files
  • Audio not playing
  • Request for subtitle support
  • User-friendly interface and functionality
User reviews
Does not play local files.
by Troy Arthur, 2024-12-05

Video Player for Local Files... that doesn't play local files... Useless...
by Simon Lafreniere, 2024-11-23

相当不错,小巧精悍
by Zhang Tim, 2024-11-13
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Video Player for Local Files does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

Video Player for Local Files has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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