Brings back the missing mini player button on YouTube with the same 'i' key functionality.
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4.6 / 5
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Ratings
29
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Store rank
#19K
#16K among extensions
Version
1.0.1
updated 4 Nov 2025
Users
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Latest, 15 Oct 2026:2,000 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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Latest, 15 Oct 2026:29 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About YouTube Mini Player Button Restorer
Restore YouTube's Missing Mini Player Button - Get Picture-in-Picture Back!
YouTube recently removed the mini player button from video controls, making it harder to access picture-in-picture mode. This lightweight extension brings it back exactly where it belongs!
🎯 What It Does:
• Automatically adds the mini player button back to YouTube's video controls
• Places the button between settings and theater mode (just like before)
• Seamlessly integrates with YouTube's design - looks completely native
• Works instantly on all YouTube videos without any setup
⚡ Key Features:
• One-click mini player - Click the button or press 'i' to activate
• Perfect positioning - Sits naturally between existing YouTube controls
• Auto-updates - Works across all YouTube page navigation
• Lightweight - Zero impact on YouTube's performance
• Privacy-focused - No data collection, works entirely offline
🚀 How It Works:
1. Install the extension
2. Go to any YouTube video
3. Look for the mini player button in the control bar
4. Click it (or press 'i') to open picture-in-picture mode
The extension uses YouTube's existing mini player functionality - it simply restores the missing button interface that many users relied on.
✨ Why Choose This Extension:
• Restores YouTube's original functionality
• Clean, professional integration
• No ads, no tracking, no data collection
• Open source and community-driven
• Regular updates to maintain compatibility
🔧 Technical Details:
• Works with all YouTube themes (dark/light mode)
• Compatible with YouTube Premium
• Supports all video qualities and formats
• Responsive design for different screen sizes
Need Help?
The extension works automatically - no configuration needed! If you encounter any issues, please leave feedback and we'll address them quickly.
Support the Project:
This extension is completely free and always will be. If you find it useful, consider supporting development through the optional donation link in the extension popup.
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