Preview any artist, album or song mentioned anywhere on the web.

Latest Version

Version
1.1.2
Update
March 30, 2021
Size
135KiB
Developer
trackextract.com
Category
Users
11
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (UK)
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Permissions
Storage
Identity
Tabs
ContextMenus
ActiveTab
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TrackExtract Extension

**Who is this for**

Most people are happy getting their music recommendations from the Spotify algorithm. But some people like to read reviews, participate in music communities, and dig deeper to really find their next favourite artist. They like to understand the context, history, and influences of what they listen to.

TrackExtract is for these people - the music obsessed.

**How it works**

In one click, TrackExtract scans your current webpage. It can be any site that you already use to discover music: such as Pitchfork, Reddit, or RateYourMusic.

TrackExtract will identify any artist, album, or song written on the page and pull in preview tracks from Spotify for them. In one click, you can hear snippets of tracks so you can quickly determine if you like it or not.

- Save time copying, pasting, and skipping past intros
- Improve your knowledge of artists old and new
- Find new favourites

**Pricing**

TrackExtract is free and instant to try. You don't need an account or a credit card to give it a go.

If you want to unlock longer sound previews, you can link a Spotify account. TrackExtract asks for minimal permissions and does not interfere with your library.

If you enjoy TrackExtract and want to retrieve more than 100 results, you can purchase lifetime access for a one-off charge. All purchases come with human customer support and a 7-day money back guarantee.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install TrackExtract extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install TrackExtract 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 TrackExtract extension file

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

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User reviews

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Jack Bridger (ID: 00000077ee22dc2c) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/31/2021 I discover all my music on Reddit and this is so convenient.