How to use video speed ramp in Chrome
Jumping from 1× to 2× immediately can be jarring. Speed ramp gradually increases playback speed over a set duration so the transition is smooth and easy to follow.
- 1Step 1
Understand what speed ramp does
Instead of snapping to a new speed instantly, speed ramp increases the rate gradually over a set number of seconds. The result feels more natural to the ear.
- 2Step 2
Set the ramp duration
A longer ramp feels gentler; a shorter one is closer to an instant switch. Glitch lets you configure the ramp duration in the settings panel (Pro).
- 3Step 3
Use it when jumping to high speeds
Ramping to 3× or 4× from 1× is easier on the ear than an instant jump. The brain adjusts progressively rather than all at once.
- 4Step 4
Pitch correction stays on throughout the ramp
Without pitch lock, a speed ramp makes the pitch shift audible as it climbs. Glitch keeps pitch locked throughout the ramp automatically.
- 5Step 5
Assign a keyboard shortcut for quick access
Glitch's shortcut customization lets you bind speed ramp to a key so you can trigger it without opening the panel.
- 6Step 6
Use ramp down for smooth slow-motion transitions
Speed ramp works in both directions — ramp down to 0.5× smoothly to ease into slow-motion study without an abrupt jump.
FAQ
- Is speed ramp free?
Speed ramp is a Pro feature.
- Does speed ramp work on Netflix?
Yes. Speed ramp works on any site where Glitch has speed control active.
- How is speed ramp different from just changing the speed slider?
The slider changes speed instantly. Speed ramp transitions to the target speed over a set duration so the change is gradual.
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