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Mousewheel Volume Control on YouTube and Beyond

Scroll up or down on the video to change its volume: no tiny slider needed

The best video experience puts every control at your fingertips. With Mousewheel Volume Control in the free Turn Off the Lights browser extension, your scroll wheel becomes the volume knob for any HTML5 video player. Hover over the video, scroll up to make it louder, scroll down to make it quieter, and keep watching without hunting for a tiny volume slider.

Works on YouTube and beyond

Mousewheel Volume Control is not limited to YouTube. Because it controls the volume of the standard HTML5 video element itself, it works on Facebook, X, Vimeo and even video players on news sites such as the New York Times. Anywhere the browser plays video, your scroll wheel controls the sound.

Part of a complete video toolbox

The feature sits alongside the Video Speed Controller, the Repeat button and the Audio Visualization, small controls that together give you full command over every video you watch online.

How to enable Mousewheel Volume Control

  1. Install the free Turn Off the Lights extension for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera, Safari or your favorite browser.
  2. Right-click the gray lamp button, choose Options, and enable the Mouse Volume Scroll feature.
  3. Hover over any HTML5 video and scroll up or down, the volume changes instantly on that player.

Frequently asked questions

How do I change YouTube volume with the mouse wheel?

Install the free Turn Off the Lights extension and enable Mouse Volume Scroll in the options page. Then hover over the video and scroll up or down to adjust the volume directly on the player.

Does mousewheel volume control work outside YouTube?

Yes. It works on every HTML5 video player, including videos on Facebook, X, Vimeo and news sites such as the New York Times, anywhere the browser plays video.

Can I adjust the volume without leaving the video?

Yes. That is the point of the feature: the volume changes right under your cursor while you keep watching, without reaching for a tiny slider or the system mixer.

Is the mousewheel volume feature free?

Yes. It is included in the free and Open-Source Turn Off the Lights browser extension on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera, Safari and other supported browsers.

The ultimate tool for video lovers who want effortless control. Download Turn Off the Lights and put your scroll wheel to work.