A Gmail Plug-in that corrects for masculine default bias in written communications

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Version
1.1.1
Update
May 17, 2019
Size
252KiB
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Users
17
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
2
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Languages Support
English (United States)
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Https://www.google-analytics.com/
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Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in Extension

We're not just guys! Research studies show that gendered greetings and language leads to prejudice and bias among children. The common “hey guys!” is actual evidence of masculine default bias among adults. In drawing attention to gender, the greeter unconsciously plants the seeds for stereotypes and potential exclusion.

Gender is the only identity we use in greeting others. It’s already considered inappropriate to use race or ethnicity in greetings; why gender? Moreover, gender is a spectrum, and adapting our language is part of creating a more inclusive world. Greetings are an opportunity to highlight unity instead of difference.

Instead of saying “Hey, guys” or “Good morning, ladies & gentlemen” use “Hey, team”, “Hi, friends” or “Good morning, everyone.” This is an easy fix, and this Chrome Extension for Gmail will help you use language in a more inclusive and positive way.

Words will be underlined for correction with alternate language suggested. (Don't worry, the underline won't get sent as part of your email if you decide to ignore it.)
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in 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 Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in 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 Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in 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 Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in 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 Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in 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 Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in extension file

Select and download the Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in 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 Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in 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 Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in 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 Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in 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 Not Just Guys -- the Gmail Plug-in extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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Victoria Benson (ID: 0000005860488ad3) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/14/2019 A great to make you aware of any unconscious use of gendered language. What a great tool to help us do better!