Search in YouTube
Select some text, right-click and choose"Search in YouTube" in the menu, a new tab will open with the searched text.
Search in YouTube - A Firefox Add-on
'Search in YouTube' is a Firefox browser extension specifically designed for streamlining video searches on YouTube. It saves time by enabling users to highlight any text, and with a simple right-click, the highlighted text becomes a search query launched in a new YouTube tab. This user-friendly add-on is perfect for those who frequently use YouTube for research, entertainment, or learning purposes.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
By: Didier Lafleur
Rating: 4.79
(34)
Weekly download count: 33
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
- tabs
- contextMenus
- http://*/*
- https://*/*
Size: 20.14K
URLs: Privacy policy
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated.
Pros
- Works well and performs as described
- Fast and simple to use
- Good utility for searching in YouTube
- Cleans up search process and provides relevant results
Cons
- Lacks the option to open results in a background tab
- Icon visibility issue in the latest Firefox version
- Does not follow Firefox's global settings for new tab opening
Most mentioned
- The add-on works great and is useful
- Need for background tab open option
- Icon visibility problem in the latest version of Firefox
User reviews
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Add-on safety
Risk impact
Search in YouTube requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
Search in YouTube has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
Risk likelihood analysis details
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