LyricYT

LyricYT is a free and lightweight Chrome Extension that displays synchronized on-screen lyrics for YouTube videos. Perfect for karaoke, language learning, or simply following along with the words as you watch.

Key Features

Automatic Caption Extraction
- Instantly extracts lyrics from YouTube captions or transcripts
- Supports multiple languages (when available)
- No manual copy-paste required

Manual Lyrics Input
- Paste or type lyrics manually for any video
- Save lyrics locally for specific videos
- Clean and simple editing interface

Dual Display Modes
- Side Panel: Resizable panel beside the video
- Overlay Mode: Floating lyrics displayed directly over the video (karaoke-style)

Customization Options
- Adjust font size, color, alignment, and spacing
- Fine-tune padding, border radius, and line height
- Separate preferences for each mode
- Drag and reposition overlay freely

Smart Auto-Scroll
- Optional scrolling synchronized with video playback
- Adjustable speed and smooth 60fps animation
- Manual scroll always available

Offline and Private
- 100% local storage — nothing is uploaded or shared
- Works entirely offline after installation
- No login, no tracking, no data collection

Fullscreen Support
- Lyrics remain visible even in fullscreen playback

Keyboard Shortcuts
- Ctrl/Cmd + L — Toggle lyrics display
- Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + L — Switch between display modes

Perfect For
- Karaoke and sing-along sessions
- Learning new languages through music
- Following lyrics for better understanding
- Content creators reviewing lyric timing
- Non-native speakers watching subtitled videos

How It Works
1. Install the LyricYT extension
2. Open any YouTube video
3. Click the LyricYT icon in your Chrome toolbar
4. Choose how to load lyrics:
- “Load from Captions” to extract from the video
- “Manual Input” to paste your own lyrics
5. Choose display mode (Side Panel or Overlay)
6. Customize style and enable auto-scroll if desired

Once set up, lyrics will appear automatically when you open the same video again.

Privacy and Security
- All lyrics and settings are stored locally in your browser
- No external servers or tracking scripts
- No login required
- Fully transparent and privacy-focused

Technical Details
- Built on Manifest V3 (latest Chrome standard)
- Lightweight and fast performance
- Uses native Chrome APIs for reliability
- Developed with TypeScript, React, and Tailwind CSS

Contact Us
For questions, feedback, or privacy concerns:
LinkedIn: Amri Pangestu

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LyricYT
Developed by Amri