Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode allows you to watch videos in a small, movable window that stays on top of other windows, enabling you to multitask efficiently. Whether you want to keep an eye on a tutorial while working or enjoy a show while browsing, Windows 11 offers several ways to enable PiP mode for both online and offline videos.

Using PiP mode for videos in Chrome or Edge browser

Most modern browsers like Chrome and Edge support PiP mode, allowing you to play online videos in a floating window. To get full PiP functionality across various websites, you can install an extension called Floating Player – Picture-in-Picture Mode. This extension lets you watch any video from any website in PiP mode, even when you switch tabs or minimize the browser.

Follow these steps to add and use the extension:

  1. Open your browser and navigate to chrome.google.com/webstore.
  2. In the search bar, type Picture in picture and press Enter.
  1. From the search results, select the Floating Player – Picture-in-Picture Mode extension.
  1. Click on the Add to Chrome (or your browser's name) button to download and add the extension to your browser.

Once the extension is added, you will see its icon next to the address bar.

  1. Play a video on any website of your choice.
  2. Click on the extension icon to activate PiP mode for the video.

The video will now appear in a small, floating window that stays on top of other applications, allowing you to multitask easily.

Viewing videos in Picture-in-Picture mode in Windows 11 video player

Windows 11's native media player, like the Films & TV app, supports PiP mode for videos stored on your computer. This feature lets you watch local videos in a mini-player while working with other applications in full-screen mode.

Here's how to enable PiP mode for offline videos:

  1. Navigate to the location of the video file on your computer.
  2. Right-click on the video file, select Open with, and choose Films & TV.
  1. Once the video opens in the player, click on the Play in mini view button located at the bottom right corner.

The video will now play in a small, floating window on your desktop.

You can open other applications, and the video will remain on top, allowing you to multitask without interruption.

By using PiP mode in Windows 11, you can enhance your multitasking capabilities and enjoy videos without sacrificing workspace or productivity.