<![CDATA[How to play YouTube videos on background?]]>How to make opera play YouTube video

]]>https://forums.opera.com/topic/46975/how-to-play-youtube-videos-on-backgroundRSS for NodeThu, 05 Mar 2026 21:41:02 GMTFri, 05 Feb 2021 18:23:10 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sat, 13 Jan 2024 20:25:05 GMT]]>Open YouTube in a new tab, click on the three dots at the top right, select "Install YouTube as an app," and then use the app to play videos in the background. Moreover, you can use the extension "Enhancer for YouTube" to achieve background playback.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/339831https://forums.opera.com/post/339831Sat, 13 Jan 2024 20:25:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sat, 06 Jan 2024 07:16:34 GMT]]>@lukeharrison1122 is it still working? even in desktop mode opera still stop yt background video for me.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/339152https://forums.opera.com/post/339152Sat, 06 Jan 2024 07:16:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sat, 06 Jan 2024 07:12:39 GMT]]>@arpy2w not true.
even in desktop version of youtube.com forced in opera via 3 dots it still stop playing when window is minimized, switched tab or just off the screen.
Other chrome based browsers don't have this problem.

Opera please allow us to play background yt!

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/339151https://forums.opera.com/post/339151Sat, 06 Jan 2024 07:12:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sun, 17 Sep 2023 09:35:08 GMT]]>@SleepyCaps
The reason I use YouTube in Opera because the built in addblocker! So far it does a great job!

And as I mentioned up if you set in the options (the three dots at the and of the site address) to open the site as a Desktop site it remains open in the background if you play a video!

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/327226https://forums.opera.com/post/327226Sun, 17 Sep 2023 09:35:08 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sun, 17 Sep 2023 08:12:00 GMT]]>I do wish opera had pip ( picture in picture) mode so all of the browsers I've used has it. Why are you even using youtube in opera isnt the app built in on your phone ? Also if you want pip snd background play you could easily download a mod apk off the internet. I know "You will get viruses and malware" I've been using modded youtube for years. Mainly because I dont live in the US or another region where you get pip for free. With the mod I get to watch videos in pip, no ads ! I have had some where it even skips segway ads that the creator makes like sponsors and get background playback.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/327212https://forums.opera.com/post/327212Sun, 17 Sep 2023 08:12:00 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sat, 16 Sep 2023 01:33:19 GMT]]>Please add that feature to Opera for Android as per Brave browser. This is the only feature a lot of people using Brave for youtube on Android instead of Opera. Otherwise great browser. Especially navigation bar, ad blocker and speed dial.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/327127https://forums.opera.com/post/327127Sat, 16 Sep 2023 01:33:19 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Mon, 28 Aug 2023 10:32:41 GMT]]>@donnieconnell Opera for Android doesn't support extensions

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/324418https://forums.opera.com/post/324418Mon, 28 Aug 2023 10:32:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Mon, 28 Aug 2023 07:22:03 GMT]]>@donnieconnell the background player is basically pop up right?

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/324402https://forums.opera.com/post/324402Mon, 28 Aug 2023 07:22:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Fri, 04 Aug 2023 06:12:00 GMT]]>To play YouTube videos in the background on Opera, you can use a simple workaround since YouTube's native background playback feature is limited to premium subscribers on mobile devices only. Here's how you can achieve it:

Install the Opera Extension: Go to the Opera Add-ons website (addons.opera.com) and search for an extension called "Enhancer for YouTube" or "Magic Actions for YouTube." These extensions offer various features, including background playback.

  • Install the Extension: Once you find the desired extension, click on the "Add to Opera" or "Install" button to add it to your browser.

  • Activate Background Playback: After installation, open a new tab, and navigate to YouTube (youtube.com). You should now see additional options or icons related to the extension near the YouTube video player.

  • Enable Background Playback: Look for an icon or setting that allows you to enable background playback. This feature will let the video continue playing even if you switch to another tab or minimize the browser window.

  • Start Playing a Video: Play any YouTube video of your choice. When you minimize the Opera window or switch to another tab, the video should keep playing in the background.

Please note that browser extensions can occasionally undergo changes or updates, so the names or functionalities might vary slightly at the time of your search. However, the general process remains similar for most YouTube-related extensions in Opera. Enjoy listening to your favorite YouTube content in the background while using other applications or browsing the web!

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/321321https://forums.opera.com/post/321321Fri, 04 Aug 2023 06:12:00 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Mon, 17 Apr 2023 13:18:17 GMT]]>Apologies for commenting on a post in 2021 but somenot all screen locks will offer you an Media Control option. I am working on a solution myself and the closest is to install VLC Player and use their widget for Media Controls by placing it on your Home Screen. Be very careful for some reason VLC Player likes to buffer as if it's being throttled by a lot just go to YouTube and check the share button as VLC Player and you should be able to play music in the background even when your Smartphone falls asleep. I haven't so far found any other solution besides change your theme on your phone to one that offers media controls on your device. If I some how get VLC Player to stop buffering it's so far the best alternative instead of having to pay for YouTube scam services.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/306770https://forums.opera.com/post/306770Mon, 17 Apr 2023 13:18:17 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sun, 09 Apr 2023 20:52:48 GMT]]>This would be a really useful feature indeed. Somebody has submitted a feature request already, hopefully it is implemented soon:
https://forums.opera.com/topic/55857/add-video-playing-in-the-background-in-opera-android-opera-mini

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/306174https://forums.opera.com/post/306174Sun, 09 Apr 2023 20:52:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Tue, 10 May 2022 08:33:28 GMT]]>I have tried the solution that you've provided, and everything is working fine. Thank you!!

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/280714https://forums.opera.com/post/280714Tue, 10 May 2022 08:33:28 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Wed, 13 Apr 2022 04:12:23 GMT]]>Since in brave browser I can listen to videos from YouTube even on locked screen, I'd like to have the same in opera, is there anyway to do that??

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/278943https://forums.opera.com/post/278943Wed, 13 Apr 2022 04:12:23 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:18:15 GMT]]>@arpy2w Thanks for sharing the solution

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/277982https://forums.opera.com/post/277982Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:18:15 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:09:36 GMT]]>@nellaiseemai same here I prefer to use opera on my samsung A51 but can't use YouTube because of same issue. I hope there is some solution.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/277981https://forums.opera.com/post/277981Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:09:36 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Mon, 28 Mar 2022 17:45:43 GMT]]>I managed to do it by clicking on the YouTube site setting and opening it as desktop site!

It can run at the background now and I can open other apps!

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/277739https://forums.opera.com/post/277739Mon, 28 Mar 2022 17:45:43 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Fri, 24 Dec 2021 18:23:35 GMT]]>@alvs bro use ymuic . or newpipe app its evne more good than youtube native app

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/270688https://forums.opera.com/post/270688Fri, 24 Dec 2021 18:23:35 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Fri, 24 Dec 2021 16:12:55 GMT]]>I use YouTube Vanced or NewPipe instead of browser for YouTube background playback. Way much better.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/270678https://forums.opera.com/post/270678Fri, 24 Dec 2021 16:12:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Fri, 24 Dec 2021 08:59:02 GMT]]>@alvs I was hoping to maintain Youtube playing the music when we switish to a different tab in Opera. Currently Youtube stops the player automatickly, Brave Browser managed to keep youtube playing in background browser. You can read more about it here https://www.technobezz.com/how-to-play-youtube-videos-in-the-background/

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/270666https://forums.opera.com/post/270666Fri, 24 Dec 2021 08:59:02 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Wed, 17 Feb 2021 06:44:26 GMT]]>@alvs unfortunately you can't do it on Opera. Brave has this function built in somehow, firefox does this through addon. Earlier we can do this through a flag in chromium based browsers. Now google removed the flag. I like Opera much and use it daily except YouTube.

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/242750https://forums.opera.com/post/242750Wed, 17 Feb 2021 06:44:26 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sun, 07 Feb 2021 20:20:24 GMT]]>@leocg i want to know, is there anyway??

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/241918https://forums.opera.com/post/241918Sun, 07 Feb 2021 20:20:24 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sun, 07 Feb 2021 20:04:39 GMT]]>@okurutjona but Is it work in background?? And i am not at computer, I am using an smartphone

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/241915https://forums.opera.com/post/241915Sun, 07 Feb 2021 20:04:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sun, 07 Feb 2021 18:30:53 GMT]]>@okurutjona How to right click on Android?

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/241913https://forums.opera.com/post/241913Sun, 07 Feb 2021 18:30:53 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to How to play YouTube videos on background? on Sun, 07 Feb 2021 17:41:52 GMT]]>@alvs right click on the video for first time,then right click again ,yo will see picture yo picture mode,then select it,it works well☺🤗

]]>https://forums.opera.com/post/241911https://forums.opera.com/post/241911Sun, 07 Feb 2021 17:41:52 GMT