An unofficial extension that uses the context menu to rotate images from WhatsApp™ Web.

Latest Version

Version
1.6
Update
December 1, 2023
Size
10.98KiB
Developer
Category
Users
1,000+
Rating
4.14286 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
ContextMenus
ActiveTab
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Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web Extension

Introducing our useful, unofficial Chrome extension designed specifically for WhatsApp™ Web. Say goodbye to the discomfort of viewing improperly oriented images that often crop up during your online conversations.

Once you've installed our extension, adjusting any image from WhatsApp™ Web becomes a breeze. Simply right-click the desired image and select 'Open image in new tab'. Then, another right click reveals the 'Rotate Image' option. With each click on this option, your image will rotate either clockwise or counterclockwise in 90-degree increments.

Enhancing the user experience even further, we've integrated keyboard shortcuts in our latest update. For a clockwise rotation, use 'ctrl+shift+right key'. Alternatively, for a counterclockwise adjustment, 'ctrl+shift+left key' is your go-to command.

Avoid straining your neck with stubborn, improperly angled pictures in WhatsApp™ Web. Let our extension handle the rotation, providing you with a comfortable viewing experience.

To learn more, or to contribute to this ongoing project, visit our GitHub repository: https://github.com/BatelBB/Rotate_Image_Extension

Download our extension today - the unofficial, yet extremely efficient solution for image rotation in WhatsApp™ Web. Say goodbye to neck strain and hello to convenience!

Note: WhatsApp™ is a trademark of WhatsApp Inc.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Image Rotator for WhatsApp\u2122 Web", "version": "1.6", "manifest_version": 3, "description": "An unofficial extension that uses the context menu to rotate images from WhatsApp\u2122 Web.", "background": { "service_worker": "src/background.js" }, "permissions": [ "contextMenus", "activeTab" ], "commands": { "rotate_clockwise": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Ctrl+Shift+Right", "mac": "MacCtrl+Shift+Right" }, "description": "Rotate Image Clockwise" }, "rotate_counterclockwise": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Ctrl+Shift+Left", "mac": "MacCtrl+Shift+Left" }, "description": "Rotate Image Counterclockwise" } }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "*://web.whatsapp.com/*" ], "match_origin_as_fallback": true, "js": [ "src/contentScript.js" ] } ], "icons": { "16": "icons/16icon.png", "32": "icons/32icon.png", "48": "icons/48icon.png", "128": "icons/128icon.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web 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 Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web 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 Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web extension file

Select and download the Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web 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 Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web 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 Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web 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 Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web 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 Image Rotator for WhatsApp™ Web extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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JaJe (ID: 000000a5713d2605) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 11/02/2023 Not working really well, when I rotate a image and as soon as I zoom in with magnifier it restores back to original rotation.

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Mohammed Junaid (ID: 000000f5f2c1a3c2) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/20/2023 Its not like other extentions which are fake..! it works fr

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Ephraim Reifel (ID: 00000040bab64820) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 04/28/2022 Works great for WhatsApp Web

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Omri Gal Shenhav (ID: 000000fe3a1a0382) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 04/28/2022 Works great!