Control visual elements of Twitch.tv

Latest Version

Version
2.5.4
Update
March 23, 2020
Size
22.43KiB
Developer
Category
Users
29
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
See more
Permissions
Storage
See more

Tinker for Twitch Extension

Give yourself more control over what is displayed on Twitch. Tinker allows you to toggle visual elements of Twitch so you can get rid of distracting or unwanted elements.

Tinker allows you to hide elements such as:
- Recommended channels
- Twitch prime elements
- Notifications
- Private messages

Tinker is still an active development so any feedback or issues can be reported here: https://github.com/matoululu/Tinker/issues
Read more

Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 2, "name": "Tinker for Twitch", "short_name": "Tinker", "version": "2.5.4", "description": "Control visual elements of Twitch.tv", "permissions": [ "storage"], "content_scripts": [{ "css": ["override.css"], "js": ["chromestorageservice.js", "override.js"], "matches": ["https://www.twitch.tv/*"] }],"browser_action": { "default_icon": "icon.png", "default_popup": "options.html" }, "icons": { "16": "icon.png", "48": "icon.png", "128": "icon.png" }}
Read more

How to download and manually install Tinker for Twitch extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Tinker for Twitch extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Tinker for Twitch extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Tinker for Twitch extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Tinker for Twitch extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Tinker for Twitch extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Tinker for Twitch Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Tinker for Twitch extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Tinker for Twitch extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Tinker for Twitch extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Tinker for Twitch extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Tinker for Twitch extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Tinker for Twitch extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Tinker for Twitch extension file

Select and download the Tinker for Twitch extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Tinker for Twitch extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Tinker for Twitch extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Tinker for Twitch extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Tinker for Twitch extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

Similar Extensions

icon

Twitch Chat Helper Extension · Social & Communication 29 13 ★ 389KiB

icon

Twitch Control Extension · Productivity 29 0 ★ 12.97KiB

icon

TTV Tools Extension · Productivity 29 11 ★ 1.4MiB

icon

Twitch Dongers Extension · Productivity 29 1 ★ 41.71KiB

icon

Enhanced Highlighting for Twitch Extension · Productivity 29 7 ★ 103KiB

icon

Remove Twitch Recommended Channels, Live Chat Extension · Productivity 29 22 ★ 28.72KiB

icon

Twitch Chat Overhaul Extension · Productivity 29 15 ★ 77.18KiB

icon

Twitch Hide Followed Channel Extension · Productivity 29 7 ★ 144KiB

icon

Unwanted Twitch Extension · Fun 29 267 ★ 51.8KiB

icon

Twitch Vertical Extension · Productivity 29 0 ★ 28.74KiB

icon

Twitch Affiliate Sub Icons Extension · Fun 29 0 ★ 74.62KiB

icon

Lexify My Chat Extension · Productivity 29 1 ★ 191KiB

icon

Twitch Favorites Extension · Productivity 29 13 ★ 1010KiB

icon

Twitch Links Extension · Productivity 29 5 ★ 44.66KiB

icon

Twitch Viewercount Title Extension · Fun 29 2 ★ 30.3KiB

icon

Twitch Compakt Extension · Social & Communication 29 3 ★ 85.16KiB

icon

Twitch Legacy Chat Extension · Social & Communication 29 58 ★ 98.06KiB

icon

Vertical Twitch Extension · Productivity 29 25 ★ 188KiB

icon

Spammerino - Twitch Chat Enhancement Extension · Productivity 29 5 ★ 64.17KiB

icon

Twitch KappaPaster9000 Extension · Social & Communication 29 2 ★ 388KiB

icon

twitchEmoji Extension · Social & Communication 29 5 ★ 3.2MiB

icon

Twitch Prime Subscription Reminder Extension · Social & Communication 29 11 ★ 15.99KiB

icon

FreestylersEmotes Extension · Fun 29 1 ★ 250KiB

icon

Twitch multistream Extension · Productivity 29 25 ★ 143KiB

User reviews

icon

Andrew M (ID: 000000ee8e49d2d2) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/11/2017 Improves Twitch by removing jarring UI.