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YouTube Mini Player Button Restorer

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Overview

Brings back the missing mini player button on YouTube with the same 'i' key functionality.

Restore YouTube's Missing Mini Player Button - Get Picture-in-Picture Back! YouTube recently removed the mini player button from video controls, making it harder to access picture-in-picture mode. This lightweight extension brings it back exactly where it belongs! 🎯 What It Does: • Automatically adds the mini player button back to YouTube's video controls • Places the button between settings and theater mode (just like before) • Seamlessly integrates with YouTube's design - looks completely native • Works instantly on all YouTube videos without any setup ⚡ Key Features: • One-click mini player - Click the button or press 'i' to activate • Perfect positioning - Sits naturally between existing YouTube controls • Auto-updates - Works across all YouTube page navigation • Lightweight - Zero impact on YouTube's performance • Privacy-focused - No data collection, works entirely offline 🚀 How It Works: 1. Install the extension 2. Go to any YouTube video 3. Look for the mini player button in the control bar 4. Click it (or press 'i') to open picture-in-picture mode The extension uses YouTube's existing mini player functionality - it simply restores the missing button interface that many users relied on. ✨ Why Choose This Extension: • Restores YouTube's original functionality • Clean, professional integration • No ads, no tracking, no data collection • Open source and community-driven • Regular updates to maintain compatibility 🔧 Technical Details: • Works with all YouTube themes (dark/light mode) • Compatible with YouTube Premium • Supports all video qualities and formats • Responsive design for different screen sizes Need Help? The extension works automatically - no configuration needed! If you encounter any issues, please leave feedback and we'll address them quickly. Support the Project: This extension is completely free and always will be. If you find it useful, consider supporting development through the optional donation link in the extension popup.

Details

  • Version
    1.0.1
  • Updated
    November 4, 2025
  • Size
    3.89MiB
  • Languages
    English (United States)
  • Developer
    Email
    harry@harryrose.dev
  • Non-trader
    This developer has not identified itself as a trader. For consumers in the European Union, please note that consumer rights do not apply to contracts between you and this developer.

Privacy

The developer has disclosed that it will not collect or use your data.

This developer declares that your data is

  • Not being sold to third parties, outside of the approved use cases
  • Not being used or transferred for purposes that are unrelated to the item's core functionality
  • Not being used or transferred to determine creditworthiness or for lending purposes

Support

For help with questions, suggestions, or problems, visit the developer's support site

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