This extension adds a random episode button to Hulu.

Latest Version

Version
3.0.0
Update
June 17, 2019
Size
138KiB
Developer
Category
Users
1,000+
Rating
2.45946 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Https://www.hulu.com/*
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Hulu Random Episode Button Extension

How it works:

1. Install the extension.
2. Click on any TV show. Next to \"Episodes\" you should see a \"Random Episode\" button.
3. If you're in the middle of playing an episode, you'll se a new button in the bottom right corner of the screen. It should look like two twin arrows. Click it, and you can switch to a random episode from there too.

Enjoy!

Developed by Flixed.io - A one-stop shop for learning about streaming and cord-cutting.

Change log:

V2.0.0 - We fixed an issue that was causing Hulu to flag this extension as an adblocker.
V2.0.1 - The Random Button wasn't appearing on certain shows. This has also been fixed.
V3.0.0 - Updated to become compatible with Hulu's latest design. Added a random episode button to the playback screen as well.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx","manifest_version": 2,"name": "Hulu Random Episode Button","version": "3.0.0","version_name": "3.0.0","description": "This extension adds a random episode button to Hulu.","icons": {"128": "/img/logo.png"},"browser_action": {"default_icon": "/img/logo.png","default_popup": "/pages/popup/index.html"},"content_scripts": [{"run_at": "document_start","matches": [ "https://www.hulu.com/*" ],"js": ["/js/main_content_script.js"]}],"permissions": ["https://www.hulu.com/*"],"web_accessible_resources": [ "/*" ],"content_security_policy": "script-src 'self' 'unsafe-eval' https://connect.facebook.net; object-src 'self'"}
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How to download and manually install Hulu Random Episode Button extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Hulu Random Episode Button extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Hulu Random Episode Button 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 Hulu Random Episode Button Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Hulu Random Episode Button 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 Hulu Random Episode Button extension file

Select and download the Hulu Random Episode Button 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 Hulu Random Episode Button 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 Hulu Random Episode Button 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 Hulu Random Episode Button 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 Hulu Random Episode Button extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Yes (ID: 00000031dd8406cd) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 08/18/2023 no work 3:

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Julia Warren (ID: 000000dc2603bf5b) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 01/26/2023 January 2023, it does not work

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April Viehmann (ID: 00000028ada50a3e) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 11/15/2022 doesn't work, clicking the button does nothing.

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tom lolgirl (ID: 000000f129e750ef) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 10/18/2022 It doesnt work and it seems like no one is going to do anything about it.

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Jessica Turner (ID: 00000002e0b9a8f8) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 05/29/2022 May 2022, does not work