Simplify Mastodon

Latest Version

Version
1.6
Update
January 27, 2023
Size
12.58KiB
Developer
madesimple.co
Category
Users
91
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Simplify Mastodon Extension

FEATURES:
* Centers content (puts posts into cards with space between them, dims actions until hover, hides title bar on scroll, puts left and right columns at edge of window)
* Puts compose and search on right, minimized to an icon unless in use
* Puts nav on left and minimizes to icons unless you hover
* Hides trends and nav items I don't think are useful (Local, Federated, Favorites, Bookmarks, and Lists) -- might add a way to expand or customize this in future

DISCLAIMERS:
* Works on top ~300 Mastodon servers (but it may not work on yours; I'm trying to find a better way to make this work on a product that could be on thousands of different domains)
* Does NOT currently do anything on the multiple column view (aka Advanced Web View)
* Does NOT currently do anything if your window is < 1175px wide (where the UI shifts)
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Simplify Mastodon extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Simplify Mastodon 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 Simplify Mastodon extension file

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

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User reviews

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Christian Grasser (ID: 0000002184b1eaca) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/05/2023 Another great job after the Simplify GMail.