Set MyStart as your default homepage and Yahoo! as your default search engine. Enjoy beautiful images and captivating articles.

Latest Version

Version
3.4.24
Update
October 3, 2023
Size
37.17KiB
Developer
www.mystart.com
Category
Users
314
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
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MyStart Homepage & Search Extension

The MyStart Homepage Extension is designed to transform your web browsing into an immersive and personalized experience. With this extension, you can set your homepage to MyStart.com and your default search engine to Yahoo! and enjoy an array of features that will enhance your productivity and keep you captivated.

When you install MyStart Homepage, you gain access to an impressive collection of high-definition wallpapers that will greet you every time you open your homepage. From stunning animals to captivating landscapes, these wallpapers add a touch of beauty and inspiration to your browsing sessions.

MyStart.com also offers interesting and engaging articles from their blog. Get fascinating content while enjoying a seamless browsing experience.

Keep track of your tasks and stay organized with the convenient to-do list widget. It's the perfect tool to manage your daily activities and prioritize your tasks efficiently.

Need to unwind or create a soothing atmosphere while browsing? The homepage features a chill-out music widget that allows you to listen to relaxing tunes while you navigate the web.

The MyStart Homepage includes a local weather widget that displays up-to-date weather information for your location. Stay prepared and plan your day accordingly without leaving your browsing window.

The extension also provides a handy time and date widget, ensuring you're always aware of the current time, day, and date.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "MyStart Homepage & Search for Chrome", "description": "Set MyStart as your default homepage and Yahoo! as your default search engine. Enjoy beautiful images and captivating articles.", "version": "3.4.24", "short_name": "MyStartHomepage", "permissions": ["storage"], "icons": { "16": "images/icons/16.png", "48": "images/icons/48.png", "128": "images/icons/128.png" }, "action": { "default_icon": { "64": "images/icons/64.png", "128": "images/icons/128.png" }, "default_title": "MyStart Homepage" }, "background": { "service_worker": "js/background.js", "type": "module" }, "chrome_settings_overrides": { "search_provider": { "name": "MyStart.com", "keyword": "MyStart.com", "favicon_url": "https://www.mystart.com/new-tab/newtab/newtab/img/favicon.ico", "encoding": "UTF-8", "is_default": true, "search_url": "https://www.mystart.com/browser-extensions/ms/generic/results.php?q={searchTerms}&ext=mshp" }, "startup_pages": ["https://www.mystart.com"], "homepage": "https://www.mystart.com" }, "manifest_version": 3}
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How to download and manually install MyStart Homepage & Search extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download MyStart Homepage & Search extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a MyStart Homepage & Search 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 MyStart Homepage & Search Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install MyStart Homepage & Search 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 MyStart Homepage & Search extension file

Select and download the MyStart Homepage & Search 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 MyStart Homepage & Search 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 MyStart Homepage & Search 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 MyStart Homepage & Search 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 MyStart Homepage & Search extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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M E (ID: 000000b399c9b253) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/09/2023 I love this extension, it has everything I need: pets, wild animals, nature, travel. Love it. I also love the blog page, it has so many interesting articles, I read them everyday and keep learning new stuff. Thank you!

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Sylvain Giroux (ID: 000000b2f468c2ed) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/09/2023 Great minimalistic, yet beautiful extension. I love how I have different wallpapers every time I'm using my browser. The ability to choose my favorites images is great too! I also prefer the search engine in there compared to what I was using before.

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Arts Happen (ID: 00000093687af802) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/09/2023 Amazing wallpapers and cool articles. I love it.