How to Repeat a Section of a YouTube Video
You need to watch the same 10-second clip from a YouTube video over and over. Manually dragging the progress bar back is frustrating. Here is the proper way to repeat a specific section.
Step-by-Step: Using YouTube Looper Pro
Step 1: Install the extension
Get YouTube Looper Pro from the Chrome Web Store. It works on Chrome, Edge, and other Chromium browsers.
Step 2: Open your video
Navigate to the YouTube video you want to practice with. The extension works automatically.
Step 3: Set your start point
Play the video. When you reach where you want the loop to begin, press [ on your keyboard. A marker appears on the progress bar.
Step 4: Set your end point
Continue playing to where you want the loop to end. Press ]. A second marker shows your end point.
Step 5: Activate looping
Press L to toggle looping on. The section between your markers repeats automatically.
Fine-Tuning Your Loop
Your start and end points do not need to be perfect the first time. While the video loops, navigate to the correct positions and press [ or ] again. The markers update instantly.
You can also type exact timestamps into the input fields for precise control.
Tips for Better Loops
Include preparation time. Set your start point a beat or two before the difficult part. This gives you a moment to prepare.
Extend slightly past the end. Give the phrase room to breathe. Cutting off the last note sounds jarring.
Combine with speed control. Slow to 0.5x to learn the passage, then gradually speed up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I repeat just one part?
Press [ to set start, ] to set end, L to loop. The section between those points repeats.
Can I enter exact times?
Yes. Type the timestamp directly into the input fields for precise loop points.
Do loops save?
Yes. Your A-B points save automatically. Come back days later and they are still set.