Picture-in-Picture Viewer

Watch video using the Picture-in-Picture API.

Picture-in-Picture Viewer - Chrome Extension

Picture-in-Picture Viewer is a simple Chromium Extension that enables the Picture-in-Picture Web API in Chromium. It allows you to watch videos using the Picture-in-Picture API, providing a convenient way to multitask while enjoying video content.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 10,000+
Rating: 4.27
(11)
Version: 1.12.2 (Last updated: 2023-09-02)
Creation date: 2023-04-26
Permissions:
  • scripting
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 11.39K
Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 8,753 ▲ 59
Other rankings
#3225 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 23 #6 in picture keyword 12 ▼ 2 #14 in viewer keyword 19 ▲ 1

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Works well
  • Open source
  • Removes tracking from the original version
Cons
  • Only works for a limited number of sites
  • High GPU usage compared to other extensions
  • Visual issues with the extension icon
Most mentioned
  • Limited site compatibility
  • High GPU usage
  • Desire for a more aesthetically pleasing icon
User reviews
An option while hovering over a video would be handy.
by Daniel G, 2025-01-19
It only works for a few sites. 1 out of 3 in my case.
by first name last name, 2025-01-04
Works well
by Henry Oliver, 2024-12-12
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Picture-in-Picture Viewer requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Picture-in-Picture Viewer. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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