Bug: Screnn Turns Of While Playing YouTube Video In Kali linux

[DevHarsh001]

OS: Kali Linux XFCE
Browser: Zen Browser
Issue: Idle timeout triggers while watching videos
Status: Ongoing issue

Description

When watching videos on YouTube using the Zen Browser, my laptop display turns off after a while, and I get logged out of my user session. This happens even though the video is actively playing.

It appears the system enters an idle state because there is no mouse or keyboard input, and it doesn't treat video playback as active user interaction. As a result, the power management settings kick in — turning off the screen or logging out the session.

This is super frustrating when watching long videos or tutorials.

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Steps to Reproduce

1. Boot into Kali Linux
2. Open Zen Browser
3. Navigate to YouTube
4. Play any video
5. Do not move the mouse or press any keys
6. Wait a few minutes (depending on your idle timeout settings)
7. Observe that the screen turns off or you get logged out

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Expected Behavior

The system should:

• Detect that a video is playing
• Prevent the idle state
• Keep the screen on
• Avoid logging out the session

This is standard behavior in most modern desktop environments and browsers.