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Video Speed Controller

Speed up, slow down and rewind any HTML5 video with shortcuts.

✓ No sign-upFree to useWorks locallyOpen sourceChrome Extensions
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What is Video Speed Controller?

Video Speed Controller adds keyboard shortcuts and a small overlay to change the playback speed of any HTML5 video, including YouTube, Netflix, online courses and podcasts in the browser.

Speed up, slow down, rewind or jump ahead in small steps, beyond the speed limits most players allow.

Key features

  • Change speed on any HTML5 video
  • Keyboard shortcuts for speed, rewind and advance
  • Remembers your preferred speed
  • Small on-screen speed indicator

Pros

  • Works on almost every video site
  • Open source
  • Saves time on lectures and talks

Cons

  • Overlay can overlap site controls
  • Shortcuts may clash with some sites

Best for

Watching lectures and courses fasterSlowing down tutorialsPodcasts in the browser

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Video Speed Controller FAQ

Is Video Speed Controller free?

Video Speed Controller is free and open source.

Do I need an account to use Video Speed Controller?

No. Install Video Speed Controller from the Chrome Web Store and it works right away, without an account.

What are some alternatives to Video Speed Controller?

Similar free tools that also work without an account include uBlock Origin Lite, Dark Reader, Privacy Badger, Consent-O-Matic, SponsorBlock and Return YouTube Dislike.

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