Forces 1080p and 5.1 playback for Netflix.

Latest Version

Version
1.22
Update
December 19, 2021
Size
877KiB
Developer
Category
Users
100,000+
Rating
4.09163 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
WebRequest
WebRequestBlocking
*://assets.nflxext.com/*/ffe/player/html/*
*://www.assets.nflxext.com/*/ffe/player/html/*
*://netflix.com/*
*://www.netflix.com/*
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Netflix 1080p Extension

A way to finally watch Netflix in the highest quality possible. This extension forces 1080p FHD playback, as well as the option to force 5.1 AAC playback.

Normally, Netflix only plays back a maximum of 720p and AAC2.0. However, with this extension, those restrictions can finally be removed.

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Out of the box, Netflix-1080p just forces 1080p AVCHi streams to be included in the streams for playback. However, there are a few options you may tweak in the extension's options menu (all left unchecked by default):

- Use 5.1 audio when available: Netflix normally plays back AAC2.0 in 64kbps and 96kbps. However, by checking this option, you override those streams for 128kbps AAC5.1, which can take advantage of surround sound setups!

- Automatically select best bitrate available: Checking this option allows you to always playback the highest quality streams, no matter how fast Netflix thinks your connection is.

- Use VP9 instead of H.264: For older computers, decoding VP9 in software can be faster and more efficient than decoding H.264 in software. Check this option if you notice slowdown or dropped frames with 1080p AVC playback.

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This extension is free and will remain free. It is licensed under the MIT license, and is completely open source.

I welcome any and all contributions! GitHub is linked below.

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GitHub + more in-depth explanation:
https://github.com/truedread/netflix-1080p
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Netflix 1080p extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Netflix 1080p 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 Netflix 1080p extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Netflix 1080p extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Netflix 1080p extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Netflix 1080p 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 Netflix 1080p Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Netflix 1080p extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Netflix 1080p extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Netflix 1080p 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 Netflix 1080p 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 Netflix 1080p extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Netflix 1080p 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 Netflix 1080p extension file

Select and download the Netflix 1080p 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 Netflix 1080p 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 Netflix 1080p 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 Netflix 1080p 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 Netflix 1080p extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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XioDroid X (ID: 00000046a50b0a73) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 03/22/2024 Me da error "UI3013" y venía funcionando bastante bien.

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Deven Modi (ID: 000000b8fa2b3ba4) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 12/18/2023 amazin'

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Unknown User (ID: 00000024ef7aee43) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 11/21/2023 funktioniert leider nicht wirklich hab immer noch pixelbrei trotz sehr gutem internet und pc

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QueenAria (ID: 00000096bacec5ee) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 10/22/2023 This works perfectly on Chrome, Vivaldi, Opera and Brave... I just don't know why it won't work and has no effect at all on Edge?!!!

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Eduardo Mendes (ID: 000000b211beb5f4) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/17/2023 Como utilizo Linux nenhum browser rodava 1080p, somente 720p....agora com essa extensão no Chrome estou assistindo em Full Hd de boa, super fluido e rápido. Parabéns ao desenvolvedor.