Google has been constantly updating its browser. Now, the newly released Chrome 70 allows users to use picture-in-picture (PiP) on YouTube. This means that if you are watching a video on the social network but want to browse other sites, you can keep the channel running in a thumbnail on the side while you do so.
Google developer François Beauffort announced in a company blog post that the tool is now available for Chrome users by default. So, when a user activates PiP, a video box appears and can be moved freely across the screen, staying on top of any open programs.
It is worth noting that the option is not limited to the tab where YouTube is open, but works with any program. Additionally, the screen is adjustable, allowing you to change not only its position but also its size.
The developer also published an extension for Chrome and "encourages" other devices to make the tool available for browsers on their sites. If you want to know how to add the option to your video player:
Although the developer states that the option is available by default for all users, it may not yet be enabled for you and should arrive soon. If it is already available, simply right-click on a YouTube video and then click "Picture in picture".
Chrome 70 was released on the 16th and brought new security and login options within the browser.
Source: canaltech