Search the textual content of any YouTube video.

Latest Version

Version
1.0.1
Update
March 4, 2020
Size
20.65KiB
Developer
Category
Users
3,000+
Rating
3.875 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
*://*.youtube.com/*
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Video Search for YouTube Extension

This extension gives you the ability to search textual content of any YouTube video. Save time by skipping to the content you're looking for.

★ Features
* Search any YouTube video
* 100% Free & open source
* No configuration, one-click install and you're done.
* Autocomplete suggestions that help you locate content faster
* Ultra-fast and very lightweight

After installing, please reload all YouTube tabs for the extension to take effect.

✓ Permissions & Privacy
All search activity takes place on your computer, the extension only requires access to youtube.com in order to access YouTube videos transcripts and add the search capability to the YouTube player. The extension does not communicate with any other server.

✓ Terms of Use
Only works on youtube.com. No guarantee or warranty is given with the use of this \"Video Search for Youtube™\" software. The author shall not be held liable for any consequences by its use. Usage of \"Video Search for Youtube™\" extension means that you agree to these terms.

Youtube™ and the YouTube logo are trademarks of Google Inc. Use of these trademarks is subject to Google Permissions. This extension is not created nor endorsed by Google Inc.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Video Search for YouTube", "description": "Search the textual content of any YouTube video.", "version": "1.0.1", "manifest_version": 2, "web_accessible_resources": [ "src/app/*", "src/app/libraries/*.js", "src/app/components/*.js" ], "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "*://*.youtube.com/*" ], "js": [ "src/content-scripts/youtube.js" ] } ], "icons": { "16": "./icons/16x16.png", "48": "./icons/48x48.png", "128": "./icons/128x128.png" }, "permissions": [ "*://*.youtube.com/*" ]}
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How to download and manually install Video Search for YouTube extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Video Search for YouTube extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Video Search for YouTube 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 Video Search for YouTube Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Video Search for YouTube 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 Video Search for YouTube extension file

Select and download the Video Search for YouTube 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 Video Search for YouTube 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 Video Search for YouTube 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 Video Search for YouTube 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 Video Search for YouTube extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Ilya B (ID: 000000bb7656d528) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 04/28/2023 The search icon does not show up, even after clean restart.

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Helios Prieto (ID: 000000f91dec2a0d) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 12/10/2022 No me aparece la lupa :)

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ekarron (ID: 0000000abf54391b) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/03/2022 Works well, but how about a keyboard shortcut to activate the extension?

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adam rama (ID: 00000090acadd7a4) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/07/2022 GREAT

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dust Star (ID: 0000002af4deedbe) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/30/2022 Great!!!! It would be better if I can change the posion of textbox. Thanks a lot!!!