FFmpeg-based audio player that supports a wide range of audio codecs

Latest Version

Version
0.2.7
Update
May 13, 2024
Size
3.64MiB
Developer
Category
Users
30,000+
Rating
4.10526 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
ContextMenus
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Audio Player Extension

Features:
Volume Boost: It can boost the audio level up to twice its original value, similar to VLC Player.
Format Support: It plays a wide range of audio formats and can handle audio streams from video containers.
Media Key Support: Supports media keys for Play, Pause, Resume, Next, and Previous tracks.
Sequential Playback: Plays multiple audio files sequentially, emulating the behavior of a desktop media player.
Offline Usage: Works offline, meaning it doesn't require an internet connection once installed.
JavaScript-based: The extension is written purely in JavaScript, making it a cross-platform solution.
Shuffle and Repeat: It offers options to shuffle the playlist and repeat a single track or all tracks.
Keyboard Shortcuts: Supports keyboard shortcuts for various functions.
Playlist Support: Allows users to create and manage playlists within the player.
Native Integration: Integrates natively with ChromeOS and Chrome OS Flex, enabling media file handling through the right-click context menu.
Use Cases:
OS Limitations: It's useful for users on operating systems that do not allow the installation of native media players or on Chromium OS.
Audio Stream Playback: It is handy when you only want to listen to the audio from a media file, like a concert recording.
How to Use:
To use the extension, download an audio file that your browser can't play due to unsupported codecs and drop it into the audio player. You can obtain sample AVI or FLV files for testing using a specific website (https://webbrowsertools.com/test-download-with/).

Technical Notes:
The extension uses the decoder section of the FFmpeg library, enabling it to decode various audio codecs.
It uses Emscripten to compile FFmpeg into WebAssembly (WASM), making it compatible with web browsers.

This extension is a handy solution for users looking to play a wide range of audio formats directly within their web browser, even when their operating system restricts the installation of native media players. It provides extensive format support, advanced features, and native integration for an enhanced user experience.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "version": "0.2.7", "name": "Audio Player", "description": "FFmpeg-based audio player that supports a wide range of audio codecs", "permissions": [ "storage", "contextMenus" ], "host_permissions": [ "*://*/*" ], "icons": { "16": "/data/icons/16.png", "32": "/data/icons/32.png", "48": "/data/icons/48.png", "64": "/data/icons/64.png", "128": "/data/icons/128.png", "256": "/data/icons/256.png", "512": "/data/icons/512.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "worker.js" }, "offline_enabled": true, "action": {}, "content_security_policy": { "extension_pages": "script-src 'self' 'wasm-unsafe-eval'; object-src 'self'" }, "homepage_url": "https://webextension.org/listing/audio-player.html", "commands": { "_execute_action": {} }, "file_handlers": [{ "action": "/data/player/index.html", "name": "Open with MediaPlayer", "accept": { "video/avi": [".avi"], "video/mp4": [".mp4"], "video/webm": [".webm"], "video/x-flv": [".flv"], "video/quicktime": [".mov"], "video/ogg": [".ogv"], "video/3gpp": [".3gp"], "video/mpeg": [".mpg"], "video/x-ms-wmv": [".wmv"], "application/x-shockwave-flash": [".swf"], "video/x-matroska": [".mkv"], "video/dvd": [".vob"], "audio/pcm": [".pcm"], "audio/wav": [".wav"], "audio/aac": [".aac"], "audio/ogg": [".ogg"], "audio/x-ms-wma": [".wma"], "audio/flac": [".flac"], "audio/midi": [".mid"], "audio/x-matroska": [".mka"], "audio/mp4": [".m4a"], "audio/voc": [".voc"], "audio/mpeg": [".mp3"] }, "launch_type": "single-client" }]}
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How to download and manually install Audio Player extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Audio Player extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Audio Player 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 Audio Player Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Audio Player 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 Audio Player extension file

Select and download the Audio Player 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 Audio Player 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 Audio Player 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 Audio Player 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 Audio Player extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Thierry DONIO (ID: 0000003f1daa04a7) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 09/20/2023 Do not play WMA files !!!!

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Ken Wang (ID: 00000064d0360a65) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/14/2023 The extension is simple to use. If it supports live caption, it would be more useful.

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alaska Canyon (ID: 00000015a5c13dd7) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 03/18/2023 this extension must have option enable access url and then can play local file or online files

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vasja.a.a.64 (ID: 00000007d60795b4) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 08/02/2022 не работает

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자라9007 (ID: 00000025637f907a) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 04/03/2022 trash