How to Pop Out YouTube Video on Opera GX

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What is Opera GX?

Opera GX is a web browser designed specifically for gamers. It includes built-in tools for controlling system resources such as CPU and RAM usage, as well as features like Twitch integration and a built-in VPN. Opera GX also includes a unique feature called “video pop-out” that allows users to watch videos in a separate, floating window while continuing to browse the web.

Opera GX is based on the same Chromium engine as Google Chrome, which means it can run all the same extensions and websites as Chrome. However, Opera GX includes additional features that are specifically tailored to gamers, such as the ability to limit the browser’s CPU and RAM usage to free up resources for games.

Opera GX also includes a feature called “GX Cleaner” that can help users free up space on their computer by removing unnecessary files and data. Additionally, Opera GX includes a built-in ad blocker and a free VPN service, which can help users browse the web more securely and privately.

How to Pop Out YouTube Video on Opera GX

Opera GX includes a unique feature called “video pop-out” that allows users to watch videos in a separate, floating window while continuing to browse the web. This can be especially useful when watching YouTube videos, as it allows users to continue browsing other websites or working on other tasks while still keeping an eye on the video.

To use the video pop-out feature on Opera GX, follow these steps⁚

  1. Start playing a YouTube video in your Opera GX browser.
  2. Move your mouse over the video player.
  3. Right-click on the video and select “Pop-out video” from the context menu.
  4. Alternatively, you can also click the “Popout Player” icon in the bottom right corner of the video player.
  5. The video will now be displayed in a separate, floating window that you can move and resize as needed.
  6. To close the pop-out window, simply click the “X” button in the top right corner.

Method 1⁚ Right-click on the video

To pop out a YouTube video on Opera GX using the right-click method, follow these steps⁚

  1. Start playing a YouTube video in your Opera GX browser.
  2. Move your mouse over the video player.
  3. Right-click on the video and select “Pop-out video” from the context menu.
  4. The video will now be displayed in a separate, floating window that you can move and resize as needed.
  5. To close the pop-out window, simply click the “X” button in the top right corner.

Additionally, you can also customize the appearance of the pop-out window by right-clicking on the video and selecting “Settings” from the context menu. From there, you can adjust the transparency of the window, as well as its size and position on the screen.

Finally, keep in mind that the pop-out window will remain open even if you navigate away from the original YouTube page, and will continue to play the video until you close it or stop playback.

Method 2⁚ Use the popout player icon

To pop out a YouTube video on Opera GX using the popout player icon, follow these steps⁚

  1. Start playing a YouTube video in your Opera GX browser.
  2. Move your mouse over the video player.
  3. Click on the popout player icon, which is located at the bottom of the video player.
  4. The video will now be displayed in a separate, floating window that you can move to any part of the screen.
  5. To close the pop-out window, simply click the “X” button in the top right corner.

Note that the popout player icon may not be visible on all YouTube videos, especially if the video is embedded on a web page or if it uses an older version of the YouTube player. If you don’t see the popout player icon, try using the right-click method instead.

Additionally, you can customize the appearance of the pop-out window by clicking on the gear icon in the top right corner. From there, you can adjust the transparency of the window, as well as its size and position on the screen.

Finally, keep in mind that the pop-out window will remain open even if you navigate away from the original YouTube page, and will continue to play the video until you close it or stop playback.

How to Add YouTube to the Sidebar in Opera GX

Adding YouTube to the sidebar in Opera GX can be a convenient way to access your favorite videos and playlists without having to navigate to the YouTube website. Here’s how to do it⁚

  1. Open Opera GX and click on the three horizontal lines in the top left corner to open the sidebar.
  2. Scroll down to the bottom of the sidebar and click on the “Customize sidebar” button.
  3. In the “Customize sidebar” window, click on the “Add site” button.
  4. Enter “YouTube” as the name of the site and “www.youtube.com” as the URL.
  5. Click on the “Add” button to add YouTube to your sidebar.

Once you’ve added YouTube to your sidebar, you can access it by clicking on the YouTube icon at the bottom of the sidebar. From there, you can browse your subscriptions, watch videos, and search for new content without leaving your sidebar.

Additionally, you can customize the appearance of the YouTube sidebar by clicking on the gear icon in the top right corner. From there, you can adjust the width of the sidebar, as well as its position on the screen.

Keep in mind that adding YouTube to your sidebar will not automatically enable video pop-out. You’ll still need to use one of the methods described in the previous subheadings to pop out a video.