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Say Goodbye to Annoying Popups and Unwanted Video Pauses

Writer: MaytaMayta
Feb 11, 20242 min read



Suppose you've ever been deep into an educational video only to have your focus shattered by an unexpected popup or an abrupt video pause when you switch tabs. In that case, you know how frustrating the online learning experience can be. But worry not, dear reader, for today, we bring you a solution that promises to enhance your learning journey on platforms like MedMasterTH.


Understanding the Culprits

Before we dive into the solution, let's understand the issue at hand. Many educational websites use engagement tactics like popups or auto-pausing videos when you're not actively on their tab. While these features aim to keep you focused, they can sometimes detract from the learning experience, especially if you're multitasking or referencing other materials.


Enter Tampermonkey

Tampermonkey is a powerful browser extension that allows you to run your own JavaScript on any website, giving you control over your browsing experience. With a few lines of code, we can eliminate those pesky popups and ensure our videos continue playing in the background, uninterrupted.


The Magic Scripts

We've crafted three Tampermonkey scripts to address these issues:


1. Removing Annoying Popups on the Video Tab Out

This script hides popups that appear when you switch tabs during video playback. It waits for the page to load and then executes a function to remove any popups identified by its CSS class.



2. Detect and Prevent Popup Before It Shows

To preemptively stop popups, this script monitors changes to the webpage and removes any newly added popups before they can interrupt your viewing.



3. Advanced Video Play Control

Lastly, to keep your video playing even when you click away (but allow manual pausing), this script cleverly overrides the video's pause function, only permitting pauses initiated by you, the user.



Implementing the Solution

To use these scripts:

  1. Install the Tampermonkey extension for your browser.

  2. Create a new script for each code snippet above.

  3. Tailor the @match directive to the specific website you wish to apply the script to, if necessary.

  4. Save and enable the scripts in Tampermonkey.

Conclusion

With these scripts, you're now equipped to tackle the common distractions of popups and video auto-pauses, making your online learning experience smoother and more enjoyable. Remember, while these scripts offer a workaround, always consider website policies and copyright laws when using custom scripts.

We hope this guide empowers you to take control of your learning environment. Happy learning!

 
 
 

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Message for International Readers
Understanding My Medical Context in Thailand

By Uniqcret, M.D.
 

Dear readers,
 

My name is Uniqcret, which is my pen name used in all my medical writings. I am a Doctor of Medicine trained and currently practicing in Thailand, a developing country in Southeast Asia.
 

The medical training environment in Thailand is vastly different from that of Western countries. Our education system heavily emphasizes rote memorization—those who excel are often seen as "walking encyclopedias." Unfortunately, those who question, critically analyze, or solve problems efficiently may sometimes be overlooked, despite having exceptional clinical thinking skills.
 

One key difference is in patient access. In Thailand, patients can walk directly into tertiary care centers without going through a referral system or primary care gatekeeping. This creates an intense clinical workload for doctors and trainees alike. From the age of 20, I was already seeing real patients, performing procedures, and assisting in operations—not in simulations, but in live clinical situations. Long work hours, sometimes exceeding 48 hours without sleep, are considered normal for young doctors here.
 

Many of the insights I share are based on first-hand experiences, feedback from attending physicians, and real clinical practice. In our culture, teaching often involves intense feedback—what we call "โดนซอย" (being sliced). While this may seem harsh, it pushes us to grow stronger, think faster, and become more capable under pressure. You could say our motto is “no pain, no gain.”
 

Please be aware that while my articles may contain clinically accurate insights, they are not always suitable as direct references for academic papers, as some content is generated through AI support based on my knowledge and clinical exposure. If you wish to use the content for academic or clinical reference, I strongly recommend cross-verifying it with high-quality sources or databases. You may even copy sections of my articles into AI tools or search engines to find original sources for further reading.
 

I believe that my knowledge—built from real clinical experience in a high-intensity, under-resourced healthcare system—can offer valuable perspectives that are hard to find in textbooks. Whether you're a student, clinician, or educator, I hope my content adds insight and value to your journey.
 

With respect and solidarity,

Uniqcret, M.D.

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