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Today I built a thing => yt-fs – true tab-fullscreen for YouTube
r/SideProject
6/15/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| yt-fs | https://github.com/xander1421/yt-fs/tree/main | Browser Extension | - Tab-fullscreen toggle |
- Alt + T keyboard shortcut
- Ad-skip functionality
- Hides comments and suggestions
- Works on Chromium-based browsers and Firefox/Opera |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- YouTube's theatre mode still shows sidebars and comments
- Difficulty implementing ad-skip functionality
- Need for better screen real estate utilization
Problems to Solve:
- Maximizing video viewing area on YouTube
- Automating ad-skipping
- Managing multiple windows/monitors efficiently
Potential Solutions:
- Browser extensions for custom video viewing modes
- Keyboard shortcuts for quick toggling
- Integration with ad-blocking tools
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building simple, focused extensions that solve specific user problems
- Providing clear installation instructions and support
- Leveraging open-source development and community contributions
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Sharing on relevant subreddits and communities
- Providing direct download links and installation guides
- Encouraging user feedback and feature requests
Monetization & Product:
- Offering free extensions with optional premium features
- Building for multiple browser platforms
- Creating simple, lightweight solutions
User Engagement:
- Responding to user feedback and questions
- Providing clear documentation and support
- Encouraging community contributions and testing