Video Playback Rate Control for YouTube™ is a Chrome extension that allows users to have more control over the playback rate of YouTube videos. With this extension, users can adjust the playback rate of YouTube videos more extensively, with options ranging from 0.25x to 16x. This is particularly useful for users who want to watch videos at a faster or slower pace.

One of the main features of Video Playback Rate Control for YouTube™ is its compatibility with the same keyboard shortcuts used in the YouTube UI. This means that users can easily adjust the playback rate using the "<" and ">" keys on their keyboard. Additionally, the extension offers a custom seek time feature that allows users to rewind or fast forward the video by 1 to 4 seconds, using the "SHIFT + ←" and "SHIFT + →" keys on Windows (or "⌘ + ←" and "⌘ + →" keys on Mac).

It is important to note that Video Playback Rate Control for YouTube™ is a third-party extension and not the official extension of YouTube. This means that it may not have all the features and functionalities of the official YouTube extension. However, for users who are looking for more extensive playback rate control and custom seek time options, this extension provides a convenient solution.