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The original poster is seeking a Windows video player that can automatically open videos in a small, always-on-top window when minimized, similar to a feature seen in Windows XP or Skype. They have struggled to find a suitable application after testing multiple options on Windows 8.1. A respondent suggests that VLC media player offers an 'always on top' feature, but it does not automatically minimize or shrink videos, requiring manual adjustment.

Johncoool

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I have searched for two days and downloaded 15 windows video players in search for what I want.

The thing is that I remember this feature was available in 2005 during the Windows XP Era. I don't remember the name of the player that could do it. I found the backup software CD I had since that time and tried to install the video player programs on it as well. But most did not work even after I tried to use the compatible feature.

This feature works exactly the way Skype works today. The moment you click away from the main window a new smaller window appears playing the video that will be in the corner and always on top.

I have found floating video features for the browsers but not for an installed software.

There might be a third party software that offers to display any program in that same manner. Maybe there is a windows feature that I am aware of.

Please assist only if you are sure of the answer.

I am currently using Windows 8.1.
 

Neemobeer

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VLC has an 'always on top' feature but it doesn't auto shrink. You'd have to do that manually.
 

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