Best Chrome extension for Twitch in 2026

Last updated May 4, 20264 min read
Quick answer

Twitch's own controls are minimal for VOD watching. A good extension adds the tools you actually want — speed control, audio boost, and clip recording without extra software.

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    Step 1

    Speed up VODs with pitch correction

    Twitch VODs can be hours long. VidBar adds speed control with pitch correction so you can catch up at 1.5×–2× without anything sounding off.

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    Step 2

    Record a 30-second clip directly

    VidBar includes a 30-second clip recorder for Twitch so you can save a funny or important moment without needing Twitch's own clip tool or any desktop software.

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    Step 3

    Boost quiet stream audio

    Twitch stream audio can vary wildly by streamer. VidBar's volume boost pushes audio beyond the browser cap for quiet streams (Pro).

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    Step 4

    Toggle theatre mode from the toolbar

    No need to hunt for the theatre mode button — VidBar adds a one-tap toggle to the toolbar so you can switch layouts instantly.

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    Step 5

    Apply filters for eye strain during long sessions

    A warm filter or reduced brightness through VidBar can make long late-night sessions significantly easier on the eyes.

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    Step 6

    Set a sleep timer for late-night watching

    VidBar's sleep timer pauses the stream after your chosen interval so you do not fall asleep to hours of live content (Pro).

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does speed control work on live Twitch streams or only VODs?

    Speed control applies to VODs and recorded content. Live streams play in real time and cannot be sped up.

  • Is the Twitch clip recorder free?

    The 30-second clip recorder is included as a Twitch-specific feature in VidBar.

  • Does VidBar work alongside Twitch's own built-in features?

    Yes. VidBar adds a floating toolbar without replacing or hiding any of Twitch's own interface.

Try VidBar on a live video

Open the interactive demo to test karaoke, speed, filters, audio tools, and export before installing.

Try the demo

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