Tools for YouTube™ - YouTube

Customize YouTube playback, appearance, and controls: speed, quality, EQ, themes, shortcuts, cinema mode, and side panel tools.

Tools for YouTube™ helps you customize how YouTube looks and plays. Adjust playback speed, quality, volume, themes, and player layout - all from a dedicated options page and an optional side panel while you browse YouTube.

Built for viewers who want more control, the extension offers autoplay rules, mini and pop-up players, video filters, loop mode, screenshot capture, and 40+ assignable keyboard shortcuts - with settings stored locally in your browser.

Why choose Tools for YouTube™?

  • Playback and audio tools: Default speed, quality selection, volume booster, 10-band EQ, loop, and reverse playlist.
  • Player and layout options: Wide player, theater mode, cinema dimming, mini player, and customizable control bar.
  • Autoplay control: Block or fine-tune autoplay, pause when switching tabs, and ignore rules for playlists.
  • Productivity features: Side panel on YouTube tabs, 40+ shortcuts, JSON backup, and optional user scripts.
  • Privacy-first design: No personal data collected or sold - all preferences stay local on your device.

Install Tools for YouTube™ in Chrome, open any YouTube page, and toggle the features you want for a tailored viewing experience.