Display key press on web page

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Version
0.1.1
Update
August 3, 2024
Size
61.45KiB
Developer
eyebrowkang.com
Category
Users
90
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Key Display Extension

This extension is open source. See: https://github.com/eyebrowkang/key-display

Elevate your presentations, tutorials, and live coding sessions with the Key Display Chrome Extension. This innovative tool is designed to enhance online communication and learning by displaying real-time keystrokes directly on your web page. Whether you're a professional educator, a developer, or just someone looking to share your skills online, this extension makes it easier than ever to follow along with any keyboard-based activity.

Features:

Real-Time Display: Every key press is shown on the web page in real time, allowing viewers to see exactly what keys are being pressed without delay. This includes letters, numbers, function keys, and special characters, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all keyboard activities.
Easy Toggle On/Off: A simple toggle feature allows you to turn the keystroke display on or off as needed, providing flexibility during presentations or when switching between tasks that require different levels of visibility.
Highly Configurable: You can config the timeout, uppercase letter and many other items

Use Cases:

Educational Tutorials: Enhance your online tutorials by showing viewers exactly what keys you press during software demonstrations or when teaching coding lessons.
Live Coding Streams: Share your coding process more transparently with live audiences, making it easier for viewers to follow along and understand your keystroke choices.
Presentations: Add a professional touch to your online presentations by seamlessly integrating real-time keystroke visibility, aiding in the explanation of workflows or software usage.

Getting Started:

Installation is quick and easy, directly from the Chrome Web Store. Once installed, simply activate the extension from your browser toolbar to start displaying keystrokes on any web page. Dive into the settings to customize the appearance and behavior of the keystroke display to suit your specific needs and preferences.

Enhance your online interactions and educational content with the Key Display Chrome Extension, the ultimate tool for bringing clarity and engagement to your keyboard-based activities.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Key Display extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Key Display 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 Key Display extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Key Display extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Key Display extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Key Display 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 Key Display Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Key Display extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Key Display extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Key Display 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 Key Display 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 Key Display extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Key Display 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 Key Display extension file

Select and download the Key Display 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 Key Display 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 Key Display 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 Key Display 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 Key Display extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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