Search across multiple genealogy sites for matching records.

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Version
5.3.1
Update
March 6, 2021
Size
52.74KiB
Developer
rootssearch.io
Category
Users
10,000+
Rating
3.58824 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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RootsSearch Extension

RootsSearch allows you to search the most popular genealogy websites for records relating to your ancestors.

When viewing an ancestor in an online tree or a record from a genealogy website, RootsSearch allows you to search for matching records on other genealogy record sites. RootsSearch supports FamilySearch, Ancestry, and many more.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install RootsSearch extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install RootsSearch 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 RootsSearch extension file

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

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User reviews

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Loweja Dogs (ID: 0000001782acf337) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 09/12/2019 I cant seem to get it to work at all. I am in Australia. Also, does one have to click on each and every site on the first page to search?. I would have thought after entering all the information it would search all sites at once. Doesnt have a >Search> button at bottom of page. When i did have it working yonks ago it only would search one site at a time and then results were practically zero.

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Diane Trotter (ID: 0000009d9721f664) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 04/13/2017 It is convenient when it captures all of the information. Sometimes I have to type it in. It does better on familysearch.org. On Ancestry, if there is a tree available, it pops up.

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jason light (ID: 000000ef297150ad) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 03/21/2017 Not what I expected. Should have described it for beginners - anyone with genealogical knowledge doesnt need it

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Irina Svetlowa (ID: 0000002e11afe78e) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/03/2016 Hi, I am interested in acquiring your extension "RootsSearch". Please contact me at: [email protected]

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dedy satryawan (ID: 00000009c185b010) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/20/2016 GOOD