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Adds YouTube-like keyboard controls to Facebook Reel videos. Facebook Video Keyboard Controls Add YouTube-like keyboard controls to Facebook videos/reels for an enhanced viewing experience. To Use: 1. Install / Enable Extension 2. Open a new tab/window with Facebook.com 3. Scroll any playing video into view 4. Verify extension works by pressing 'k' to pause/play, press 'm' to un/mute 5. Use any of the listed hotkeys with your viewing experience 6. ??? 7. Rate extension 5 stars to give an internet stranger's little lizard brain a dopamine treat Overview Enhance your Facebook Reels experience with intuitive keyboard shortcuts similar to those on YouTube. "Facebook Reels Keyboard Controls" is a simple yet powerful extension that allows you to navigate, control playback, adjust volume, and more—all without leaving your keyboard. Features Play/Pause Videos: Use the Spacebar or k to play or pause the current video. Seek Backward/Forward: Quickly rewind or fast-forward using j, l, Left Arrow, or Right Arrow keys. Volume Control: Adjust the volume incrementally with the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys. Mute/Unmute: Press m to mute or unmute the video instantly. Jump to Specific Points: Use number keys 0-9 to jump to specific percentages of the video. Toggle Fullscreen: Enter or exit fullscreen mode with the f key. Adjust Playback Speed: Increase or decrease playback speed using Shift + > or Shift + <. Toggle Captions/Subtitles: Press c to enable or disable captions (if available). Navigate to Beginning/End: Use the Home or End keys to jump to the start or end of the video. Keyboard Shortcuts Spacebar or k......Play/Pause the video j............................Rewind 10 seconds l............................Fast forward 10 seconds Left Arrow............Rewind 5 seconds Right Arrow..........Fast forward 5 seconds Up Arrow..............Increase volume by 10% Down Arrow.........Decrease volume by 10% m..........................Mute/Unmute the video f............................Toggle fullscreen mode c...........................Toggle captions/subtitles (if available) Shift + > or Shift + . Increase playback speed Shift + < or Shift + , Decrease playback speed Number Keys (0-9). Jump to a percentage of the video (e.g., 5 = 50%) Home...................Go to the beginning of the video End.......................Go to the end of the video How It Works Simply install the extension, and it will automatically activate on Facebook pages containing Reels videos. Click on a Reel to bring it into focus, and the keyboard shortcuts will be enabled. There's no additional setup required. Benefits Enhanced Navigation: Quickly navigate through videos without the need for mouse clicks. Familiar Controls: If you're accustomed to YouTube's keyboard shortcuts, you'll find this extension intuitive and easy to use. Improved Accessibility: Ideal for users who prefer keyboard navigation or have difficulties using a mouse. Seamless Integration: The extension runs silently in the background, enhancing your experience without interfering with other browser functions. Additional Information Dynamic Content Handling: The extension is designed to work with dynamically loaded content on Facebook. It attempts to detect and enable controls for new videos as you scroll. Lightweight and Secure: The extension is lightweight and does not collect or transmit any user data. No Permissions Required: Does not require any special permissions beyond accessing Facebook pages to function. Regular Updates: We aim to keep the extension updated to accommodate any changes in Facebook's website structure. Important Notes Compatibility: Specifically designed for Facebook Reels videos. Functionality on other video content within Facebook may vary. Limitations: Due to Facebook's frequent updates, some features may occasionally become unavailable. We appreciate your patience and encourage you to report any issues. Privacy-Friendly: This extension does not track your browsing activity or collect personal information. Disclaimer Not Affiliated with Facebook or YouTube: This extension is an independent project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Facebook or YouTube. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Use at Your Own Risk: While we strive to provide a smooth experience, we are not responsible for any issues arising from the use of this extension. Feedback and Support We value your feedback! If you have suggestions, encounter bugs, or need assistance, please contact us via the support email provided in the Chrome Web Store listing. Frequently Asked Questions Q: The keyboard shortcuts aren't working. What should I do? A: Ensure that the video is in focus by clicking on it. Also, check that the extension is enabled in chrome://extensions/. Q: Can I customize the keyboard shortcuts? A: Currently, the keyboard shortcuts are fixed to match YouTube's controls. Customization may be added in future updates. Q: Does this extension work on other browsers? A: This extension is designed for Google Chrome but may work on other Chromium-based browsers like Microsoft Edge or Brave. Permissions Explanation Access to www.facebook.com: Needed to apply the keyboard controls to Facebook Reels videos. No other data is accessed or collected. Installation Instructions Click on "Add to Chrome" to install the extension. Navigate to Facebook and find a Reel video. Click on the video to focus on it. Use the keyboard shortcuts as listed above. Uninstallation Instructions If you wish to remove the extension: Go to chrome://extensions/ in your browser. Find "Facebook Reels Keyboard Controls" in the list. Click "Remove" to uninstall the extension. Version History Version 1.3 - Fixed Major bug where script wouldn't load when internally linked from facebook.com Version 1.2 - Added help page with detailed keyboard shortcuts. - Minor bug fixes and performance improvements. Privacy Policy This extension does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data or browsing activity. All operations are performed locally within your browser. Enjoy a more streamlined and efficient Facebook Reels experience with enhanced keyboard controls!