Control the speed of video playback.

Playback Speed - Control Video Playback Extension Firefox
'Playback Speed' is a Firefox add-on designed to provide users with total control over the speed of their video playback on the browser. With this tool, you can accelerate or slow down your videos as per your preference. This is particularly useful for educational videos or fast-paced content. Enhance your viewing experience with the 'Playback speed' extension.
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User reviews
Pros
- Works for every online video and audio playback encountered
- Highly customizable with shortcuts and UI
- Convenient speed adjustment method
- Fast and efficient for watching long series or videos
Cons
- Missing features like default application settings and button for forward/backward skipping
- No option to remember speed setting after pausing
- Requires permission to access data for all websites
Most mentioned
- Desire for a visible speed indicator in full screen
- Need for auto apply feature for playback speed
- Customizability of the add-on's settings and interface
User reviews
by Ben, 2025-01-10
by Firefox user 17355738, 2024-10-03
Please can we have a tiny number in the corner of the screen, not just on the icon. So we can see current speed in full screen view, when not 1x
by Firefox user 18532711, 2024-08-01
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Playback speed requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Playback speed. Use it at your own risk.
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