The Design Mode Switcher is an easy-to-use Chrome extension that lets you edit any website's text with just a click.

Latest Version

Version
1.0
Update
February 8, 2024
Size
9.09KiB
Developer
alexkrivov.com
Category
Users
54
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
ActiveTab
Scripting
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Design Mode Switcher Extension

Description:
The Design Mode Switcher is an easy-to-use Chrome extension that lets you edit any website's text with just a click. It's great for people who make websites, designers, or anyone who likes to play around with how web pages look. You don't need to mess with complicated codes or tools; just click the extension icon, and you can start changing the text on the page right away. This mode makes it super simple to tweak text, try out new wording, or make edits on the fly without changing the actual website code.

Features:
– Ease of Use: Activate or deactivate design mode on the current webpage with a single click on the extension icon.
– Quick Access: The extension adds an icon to the Chrome toolbar for quick access, allowing you to toggle the mode without distraction from your work.
– Visual Indicators: The extension icon changes depending on the design mode state of the active tab, providing clear visual confirmation of the mode being activated or deactivated.
– Security: The extension operates exclusively on the client-side and does not transmit user data over the internet, ensuring complete privacy and security of use.
– Versatility: Ideal for both professionals and hobbyists who wish to explore and edit web pages without making permanent changes.

How to Use:
1. Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store.
2. Click on the extension icon in the Chrome toolbar to activate or deactivate design mode on the active tab.
3. When design mode is activated, the extension icon will change, indicating that you can start editing text on the page.
4. To exit design mode, simply click on the icon again.

Application:
This extension will become an indispensable tool in the arsenal of web developers, content managers, designers, and enthusiasts who want to simplify the process of editing and testing web pages.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Design Mode Switcher", "version": "1.0", "description": "The Design Mode Switcher is an easy-to-use Chrome extension that lets you edit any website's text with just a click.", "action": { "default_icon": { "16": "images/icon_off.png", "48": "images/icon_off.png", "128": "images/icon_off.png" }, "default_title": "Design Mode Off" }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "permissions": [ "activeTab", "scripting" ], "icons": { "16": "images/icon_off.png", "48": "images/icon_off.png", "128": "images/icon_off.png" } } "
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How to download and manually install Design Mode Switcher extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Design Mode Switcher extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install Design Mode Switcher 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 Design Mode Switcher extension file

Select and download the Design Mode Switcher 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 Design Mode Switcher 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 Design Mode Switcher 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 Design Mode Switcher 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 Design Mode Switcher extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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