Automatically generates links for all headers on the page, to make it easier to share specific sections of the page.
Generate Links for Headers Extension
Most of the time, when you see a header on a webpage, it has an ID associated with it. You can use the ID to create a link to that section, but finding the ID usually means viewing the source code for the page, finding the header element for the section you want, and appending the ID to the URL before sharing it.
It doesn't have to be that hard.
CREATING LINKS AUTOMATICALLY
This extension scans the page and generates links for all headers on the page, assuming they have an ID or Name assigned.
- Hover over any header, and an anchor link will appear.
- Click on the \"chain\" icon to copy the link to your clipboard.
If there's no ID or Name in the header tag, it will search any elements nested inside the header tag for the first one with an ID or Name assigned. Failing that, it looks at the immediate parent element (i.e. a header nested in a DIV). If it still finds nothing, then no link will be generated or shown.
REQUIRED PERMISSIONS
It'll ask you for permission to read and modify all pages, because that's what it does. It scans the page for headers with IDs (or Names), and then injects one link for each header that has it present.
NEED HELP?
If you need help, have a comment or suggestion, or just want to see the code for yourself, visit the GitHub repo where the source code is hosted. You can open an issue by clicking the \"Issues\" tab at the top.
https://github.com/grantwinney/generate-links-for-headers-in-chrome
WANT TO LEARN MORE?
If you'd like to write your own Chrome extension, but aren't sure where to start, check out this brief tutorial:
https://grantwinney.com/making-your-first-chrome-extension
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How to download and manually install Generate Links for Headers extension for Chrome
Looking for a way to install Generate Links for Headers 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 Generate Links for Headers extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Generate Links for Headers extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.
Method 1: Download Generate Links for Headers extension and manually install through Drag &Drop
If you ever need to manually install a Generate Links for Headers 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 Generate Links for Headers Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.
Look for the Generate Links for Headers extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Generate Links for Headers extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Generate Links for Headers 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 Generate Links for Headers 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 Generate Links for Headers extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode
This is another method to install Generate Links for Headers 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 Generate Links for Headers extension file
Select and download the Generate Links for Headers 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 Generate Links for Headers 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 Generate Links for Headers 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 Generate Links for Headers 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 Generate Links for Headers extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.
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