Playback speed

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.

Add-on stats

By: WaldiPL
Users: 4,666
-20
Rating: 4.87
(62)
Version: 1.4.4 (Last updated: 2021-11-07)
Creation date: 2017-03-20
Weekly download count: 149
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • <all_urls>
Size: 63.40K

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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User reviews

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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


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
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

Playback speed has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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