Akira is a Chrome extension for sorting -> viewing -> bookmarking/closing a bunch of tabs that are open on multiple windows.

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Version
1.0.2
Update
December 6, 2022
Size
387KiB
Developer
recoskyler.com
Category
Users
32
Rating
1 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Background
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Akira Extension

Google Chrome can use a lot of resources*, especially memory** if you have multiple tabs open. More resources used by Google Chrome means less resources available for other applications, which can make other applications, games, and Google Chrome itself slower. To solve this particular problem, you can either upgrade your computer's memory, in some cases processor; or you can close unnecessary tabs that are open in Google Chrome. That's where Akira comes in!

If you have a bunch of Chrome windows, with a bunch of open tabs, and you are afraid to tackle that huge mess of websites, just use Akira! You can group all open tabs by window/website, sort them alphabetically; then bookmark the important, and discard the unnecessary. If you accidentally close a tab/tabs, you can find and open them again from the \"Recently Closed Tabs\" section.


* Resources:

Each computer has:

- Processor (CPU): Performs all the calculations, executes all the instructions that make up a computer program. Google Chrome's usage of the processor is not that significant, but if your processor is low-end (netbook, ultrabook, budget notebook/desktop), then it may have an effect on the speed of your computer.

- Memory** (RAM): Stores data temporarily, until you shut down, reboot, or put your computer to sleep. This data can be pictures, programs, operating system itself, and Google Chrome tabs, and their content. The more tabs open, the more data is stored in the memory. All applications need some space in the memory to run, therefore if you try to run a game, or resource hungry application while there is low free space in the memory, the operating system/application will limit how much memory it will use. This can slow down your computer.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Akira", "version": "1.0.2", "description": "Akira is a Chrome extension for sorting -> viewing -> bookmarking/closing a bunch of tabs that are open on multiple windows.", "manifest_version": 2, "options_page": "options.html", "icons": { "16": "images/icon_16.png", "32": "images/icon_32.png", "48": "images/icon_48.png", "128": "images/icon_128.png", "256": "images/icon_256.png", "512": "images/icon_512.png" }, "permissions": [ "background", "tabs", "storage", "bookmarks" ], "background": { "scripts": [ "background.js" ], "persistent": false }, "browser_action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "images/icon_16.png", "32": "images/icon_32.png", "48": "images/icon_48.png", "128": "images/icon_128.png", "256": "images/icon_256.png", "512": "images/icon_512.png" } }}
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How to download and manually install Akira extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Akira 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 Akira extension file

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

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