ZoetroView

ZoetroView is a desktop extension designed to make navigating YouTube videos faster and more intuitive. Instead of scrubbing back and forth on a horizontal timeline, ZoetroView transforms video navigation into a vertical, scroll-based experience. By mapping video timestamps into a scrollable list, you can move through a video using your mouse wheel—much like reading a blog post. The idea came from a simple frustration: long videos are difficult to scan when you are looking for specific information. Tutorials, lectures, interviews, and technical talks often require jumping between precise moments. ZoetroView is built to support this kind of focused viewing. Conceptually, ZoetroView works like a crown gear in mechanical systems—it changes the axis of movement. Just as a crown gear converts horizontal rotation into vertical motion, ZoetroView reorients video navigation from left-to-right into up-and-down scrolling, creating a more natural way to explore content. Designed with a clean and minimal interface, ZoetroView integrates seamlessly into the YouTube player without disrupting the viewing experience. If you frequently watch videos to learn or research, ZoetroView helps you reach the right moment faster.