UltraWide Video

Allows wider than average screens (e.g. 21:9) to play online video content and fit the screen properly in fullscreen mode.

UltraWide Video - Enhance Your Viewing Experience

UltraWide Video is a Chrome extension that enhances the full-screen mode on various streaming platforms, automatically adjusting the aspect ratio for ultra-wide monitors, providing an immersive viewing experience for wide aspect ratio videos.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 100,000+
Version: 1.8.4 (Last updated: 2024-08-21)
Creation date: 2021-08-08
Permissions:
  • storage
  • webRequest
Host permissions:
  • *://*/*
Size: 112.64K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

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

User reviews

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Pros
  • Highly effective for maximizing ultrawide monitor usage
  • Easy to use and setup
  • Maintains video quality while adjusting to full screen
  • Useful for various video platforms like Amazon Prime Video
  • Supports 21:9 aspect ratio for deep immersion
Cons
  • Issues with aspect ratio recognition and zoom accuracy
  • Can cause videos to display incorrectly on some monitors
  • Requires additional adjustments after exiting full screen
  • Not all features work on all monitors
  • Some users experienced functionality problems or software bugs
Most mentioned
  • Works well for ultrawide monitors
  • Struggles with aspect ratio handling
  • Provides a full screen experience
  • Effective on various streaming sites
  • Users appreciate the lack of black bars during playback
User reviews
Works great for YouTube videos on my 21:9 aspect ratio 34" QD-OLED monitor.
by Joseph, 2025-03-09

Highly recommended.
by Tok Sitty, 2025-03-02

Perfect extension, Highly recommended !
by Deny Ederer, 2025-02-27
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Extension safety

Risk impact

UltraWide Video requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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