Volume Control

A fix for loud volume.

Volume Control is a Chrome extension designed to fix a known volume bug in Firefox on Windows 7, where the system's Mixer fails to remember volume levels for new tabs, especially noticeable when using earphones. Beyond this fix, it serves as a global volume slider to control all HTML5 media volume across your browser tabs.

The latest version, 2.0.2, introduces instantaneous volume adjustment, allowing users to change the volume without needing to refresh the page. This makes managing audio smoother and more convenient while browsing. Whether you're troubleshooting volume inconsistencies or simply want a centralized volume control for all HTML5 media, Volume Control offers a simple and effective solution.

By:
manybuddies
Daily users:
535
Rating:
3.19
(21)
Version:
2.0.2 Last updated: 2020-09-22
Version code:
5102614
Creation date:
2020-08-21
Risk:
High risk impact Low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
  • tabs
Size:
74.20K
Email:
ma*****@gmail.com
Full description:
See detailed description ⏷
Source:
Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated:
15 hours ago

User reviews

Pros
  • Helps users with sensitive hearing enjoy webpages by providing volume control.
  • Allows users to set lower volume levels and provides a volume boost.
  • Works well with standard audio links and videos.
Cons
  • Does not work for embedded audio players without user intervention.
  • Volume control is not independent per tab as described.
  • Generally dysfunctional in the latest versions of Firefox.
  • Causes glitching/stuttering sounds for some users.
  • Page refresh occurs when volume is adjusted.
Recent reviews
by Cubie, 2024-11-28

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

Volume Control has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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