Automatically fast-forwards promotions in Youtube videos.

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1.2.6
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May 27, 2024
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274KiB
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Youtube ad fast-forwarder Extension

Hi! I've developed an extension for Youtube which automatically detects promotions of content creators and fast-forwards through them. Imagine you're watching a podcast and the content creator starts a commercial break which goes on for a minute. Youtube ad fast-forwarder will detect and fast-forward such promos. And of course, I did not forget the native pre-roll ads. They are all fast-forwarded and skipped automatically.

You can support this project at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soleh, and meanwhile I can keep improving the service

Here is a more detailed breakdown of the features:

1. Automatic promotion detection. When a Youtuber starts promoting a product the extension will fast-forward the entire part. Please note however, that this is not magic, the algorithm is not perfect, so there will be times where it will fail to detect promotions. I'm constantly working on improving it so it will only get better from here.

2. Youtube ad blocker. A classic feature which detects whenever a Youtube ad is playing and automatically fast-forwarding and skipping it.

Common questions:

Is the extension free?
- Yes! As of now there are no costs I need to cover for this extension to work (apart from my time :)) and therefore it's free for everyone. Just install and use it.

Does the extension collect any private user data?
- No, nothing of that sort.

How can I say thank you to the developer?
- Now, that's a great question. If you could leave a review that would be really nnoice. Also, I would greatly appreciate if you are an active member of the community and you press \"Skip promo\" whenever there is one. If you are feeling suuuper generous you can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soleh

Keywords: Youtube ad blocker, youtube ad skipper, youtube ad fast forwarder, ad, skip, block, sponsorship, promotion, promo, detect, autoskip, auto
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Youtube ad fast-forwarder", "version": "1.2.6", "description": "Automatically fast-forwards promotions in Youtube videos.", "permissions": ["tabs", "storage"], "host_permissions": ["https://www.youtube.com/*"], "content_scripts": [ { "matches": ["https://www.youtube.com/*"], "js": ["content.js"] } ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js", "type": "module" }, "action": { "default_icon": "peaceAmongTheWorlds.gif", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "manifest_version": 3, "key": "MIIBIjANBgkqhkiG9w0BAQEFAAOCAQ8AMIIBCgKCAQEAmdrZL55CowPiGMctcoNqWknEXvopDWQZSMhBLnzWrQ5X/vIgrNdysI0awBZ1EI0+1OKqXhpan/8lNB+mBY9zd5EK2Z6MsvP+K39I82EOtle2LyQmTv91UnczZ7If1QQuAkiE2yqQjrcHEwazhD/ya+PUkSLWeFrJzWA7wU6nqw/yGPCQTYn8l/fzZD9vonTsxbKIspX8iJ1MXhQ1mO1R65V5FWw+q8Son/WJM5ptrgDG7pI2Qx+loKHP4pF25FckCquty9PQEWWfXP9z2PjAzQNTMmrKHS12+KWJ6IdH0z5Og36WnWjmYT+8UGW6vvTRh1MxPHJP2unf56gsSbTbNwIDAQAB"}
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How to download and manually install Youtube ad fast-forwarder extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Youtube ad fast-forwarder 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 Youtube ad fast-forwarder extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Youtube ad fast-forwarder extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Youtube ad fast-forwarder extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Youtube ad fast-forwarder 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 Youtube ad fast-forwarder Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Youtube ad fast-forwarder extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Youtube ad fast-forwarder extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Youtube ad fast-forwarder 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 Youtube ad fast-forwarder 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 Youtube ad fast-forwarder extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Youtube ad fast-forwarder 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 Youtube ad fast-forwarder extension file

Select and download the Youtube ad fast-forwarder 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 Youtube ad fast-forwarder 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 Youtube ad fast-forwarder 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 Youtube ad fast-forwarder 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 Youtube ad fast-forwarder extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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