Removes the rounded border added to Youtube video as of August 2023

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1.0.11
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November 27, 2024
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Remove youtube video radius / rounded border Extension

Remove the recently added border radius on YouTube videos with this simple and effective Chrome extension. Released in August 2023, YouTube's updated video player design includes rounded borders, which some users might find distracting. This plugin reverts the video player back to its classic sharp edges.

Focused Functionality: Specifically designed to remove the border radius on YouTube videos.

Privacy First: No tracking or data collection. The extension only applies to youtube.com.
Lightweight and Efficient: No unnecessary features, ensuring your browsing experience remains fast and smooth.

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Version 1.0.8 - Update to remove rounded corners from Youtube beta layout. Thanks to
kilops for getting in touch, your support is really appreciated.

Version 1.0.9 - Updated the recommended video 4x3 grid and autoplay video thumbnails.

Version 1.0.10 - Rounded corners removed from Miniplayer, shorts on homepage, and video placeholders / skeletons.

Version 1.0.11 - Remove rounded corners from miniplayer.
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Source Manifest.json

{ "update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Remove youtube video radius / rounded border", "description": "Removes the rounded border added to Youtube video as of August 2023", "homepage_url": "https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/remove-youtube-video-radi/blkmoljgndbojkapgbcedcfkkaapopgn", "version": "1.0.11", "manifest_version": 3, "action": {}, "content_scripts": [ { "run_at": "document_start", "css": ["style.css"], "matches": ["https://*.youtube.com/*", "http://*.youtube.com/*"] } ], "icons": { "48": "icon48.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Remove youtube video radius / rounded border Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension file

Select and download the Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Remove youtube video radius / rounded border extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Nathan Reverón (ID: 000000047ec49540) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/05/2023 Works like a charm, thank you!

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MysticSheep164 (ID: 00000079509fe6c9) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/18/2023 The new look for YouTube is so ugly. Thank you for making this.