Drag Search is an innovative Chrome extension designed to streamline the process of searching for specific text within a webpage.…

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Drag Search Extension

Drag Search is an innovative Chrome extension designed to streamline the process of searching for specific text within a webpage. With this tool, users can simply highlight the text of interest using their mouse and initiate a search across five popular search engines - Google, Bing, Naver, DuckDuckGo, and Yahoo. The convenience lies in the ability to right-click after highlighting the text and select 'Drag Search' from the context menu.

Upon selecting 'Drag Search,' a user-friendly interface emerges, presenting the option to choose from the supported search engines. Once the desired search engine is selected, Drag Search seamlessly initiates a search for the highlighted text, eliminating the need for manual copying and pasting. This feature proves particularly advantageous when users want to cross-reference information across multiple search engines swiftly.

Without Drag Search, users are compelled to navigate through a cumbersome process when attempting to search for specific text from a webpage. In the absence of the extension, one would resort to the traditional method of opening a new browser tab, accessing a search engine, copying the desired text from the original page, pasting it into the search bar, and finally hitting the search button. This multistep process not only demands additional time but also increases the likelihood of user frustration due to its repetitive nature.

Moreover, the manual copy-paste approach may disrupt the flow of research or information gathering, leading to a less efficient and more labor-intensive user experience. This inconvenience becomes increasingly pronounced when users need to perform multiple searches or cross-reference information across various search engines. The absence of Drag Search leaves users susceptible to productivity bottlenecks and a less streamlined browsing experience.

By incorporating Drag Search into your browsing experience, you eliminate the tedious and time-consuming process of switching between tabs, copying text, and pasting it into search engines. This extension offers a seamless and efficient solution, allowing users to effortlessly search for highlighted text directly from the context menu. With just a few clicks, Drag Search empowers users to harness the capabilities of multiple search engines, providing a quicker and more convenient alternative to the conventional copy-paste method.

The time saved using Drag Search can be redirected towards more meaningful tasks, enhancing overall productivity. Whether you're a seasoned marketer, a researcher, or anyone who values efficiency in online information retrieval, Drag Search proves to be an indispensable tool. This extension not only streamlines your workflow but also ensures a smoother, more enjoyable browsing experience by putting the power of multiple search engines at your fingertips.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Drag Search", "version": "1.1", "permissions": ["activeTab", "contextMenus"], "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "images/icon16.png", "48": "images/icon48.png", "128": "images/icon128.png" } }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" } } "
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How to download and manually install Drag Search extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Drag 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 Drag Search extension file

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

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