PlayIt on XBMC sends selected URL to PlayIt service add-on installed on XBMC that resolves link to video and play/queue in player.

Latest Version

Version
2.7.0
Update
July 2, 2013
Size
362KiB
Developer
Category
Users
3,000+
Rating
3.19048 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Http://*/PlayIt
Notifications
Tabs
ContextMenus
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PlayIt on XBMC Extension

A new exciting way to play videos on your favorite media player XBMC.

How it works:
Sends a URL to PlayIt service add-on running on XBMC. This add-on resolves the URL for video content link. If found, video will be played. Features:
* Queue videos to XBMC player by sending consecutive requests.
* Supports YouTube playlist and Dailymotion playlist.
* Supports most of the Video Hosting website URL.
* Auto-update service add-ons, keeps you up to date on fixes.
This service add-on can be download from AJ Add-ons repository: http://code.google.com/p/apple-tv2-xbmc/

PlayIt Chrome extension comes with following features:
* Easy accessible button to send Current Active URL to XBMC PlayIt service add-on or enable Frame View (Checkout screenshot).
* Finds videos embedded into iframe and embed containers on current page. Checkout screenshot.
* Context menu item to quickly select a video link and send it across your favorite XBMC.
* Many more features going to come. Enjoy!

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Changelog:

2.7.0:
- Fix to push unlimited SoundCloud audio requests to XBMC, song never expires. Requires PlayIt v0.4.5

2.6.9:
- Fix for the alignment of \"PlayIt Frame View\" w.r.t. frame element position.

2.6.8:
- Fix for clearing last played audio files from XBMC player playlist.
- Integrated playIt button in small size track list of SoundCloud.
- Need PlayIt service add-on v0.3.8.

2.6.7:
- Quick fixes for SoundCloud.com integration when a song might not have artwork.

2.6.6:
- As per requested by John, playIt integrated into SoundCloud. Enjoy music streaming.

2.6.5:
- Options page error labels reserved.

2.6.4:
- Save button on Options page saves changes on first click.
- Reset button on Options page should not save changes until Save button is pressed.

2.6.3:
- Important security fixes.

2.6.2:
- New buttons for Play Active URL and Frame View.
- New Option to hide Frame View button. In this case, the PlayIt button defaults to Play Active URL.
- New Options layout.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 2, "name": "PlayIt on XBMC", "version": "2.7.0", "background": { "scripts": [ "playit.js", "rpc.js" ] }, "options_page": "options.html", "description": "PlayIt on XBMC sends selected URL to PlayIt service add-on installed on XBMC that resolves link to video and play/queue in player.", "browser_action": { "default_icon": "small-icon.png", "default_title": "PlayIt on XBMC" }, "web_accessible_resources": ["Icon-64.png","Icon-48.png"], "permissions": [ "http://*/PlayIt", "notifications", "tabs", "contextMenus" ],"content_scripts": [ { "matches": ["https://*.soundcloud.com/*"], "js": ["js/jquery-2.0.0.min.js", "sc-inject.js"] } ], "icons": { "16": "small-icon.png", "32": "Icon-32.png", "48": "Icon-48.png", "64": "Icon-64.png", "96": "Icon-96.png", "128": "Icon-128.png", "256": "Icon-256.png" }, "content_security_policy": "script-src 'self' https://ssl.google-analytics.com 'unsafe-eval'; object-src 'self'"}
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How to download and manually install PlayIt on XBMC extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download PlayIt on XBMC extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install PlayIt on XBMC 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 PlayIt on XBMC extension file

Select and download the PlayIt on XBMC 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 PlayIt on XBMC 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 PlayIt on XBMC 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 PlayIt on XBMC 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 PlayIt on XBMC extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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SRM (ID: 000000dc1731faa6) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 08/26/2014 Used to work. Now it doesn't. Tried on different computers and tablets. Unistalled/Reinstalled. WAS a great extension for XBMC, but is usless now.

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Infinity minus 1 (GurYaad) (ID: 000000999d0b6299) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 08/16/2014 AJ, Can you please have a look! Its not working with chrome anymore! working with FireFox but not with Chrome.

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(ID: ) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/22/2014 It works fine if you follow the instructions and install the plugin first. The xbmc webserver port does not matter. I have a raspberry pi with Openelec and the webserver port 80 running. The port of the playit service is set to 8100 in both systems (the xbmc plugin and the browser plugin) and it just works fine. The default port of 8181 does somehow cause problems.

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J F (Floreum) (ID: 0000009b29d5b68b) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 06/11/2014 DO NOT DOWNLOAD. Does nothing, and on top of that gives you ads (that adblocker blocks) Sketchy app, as I never installed it to begin with, it must have been hidden into a piece of a software I installed. It also gives you fake warning pop ups to get you to download some viruses. Proof: http://puu.sh/9pqeU/e7784382b8.png

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Nico Zandberg (ID: 00000014a9e00a7b) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 05/21/2014 Limits the ports to 8100 - 8199 so it is unusable for most