A Chrome extension to remove YouTube Shorts from the homepage and video pages.
Remove YouTube Shorts Extension
Installation: press the 'Add to Chrome' button.
How to use: It will activate automatically upon installation. To re-enable shorts, or remove the extension, click on the Extensions (on top right corner) > Manage Extensions.
There are other similar extensions on the store; this extension is minimalistic and comes with no other features, which makes it a safer choice from potential security concerns.
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FAQ:
Q: How do I install the extension?
A: You can install the extension directly from the Chrome Web Store by clicking on the \"Add to Chrome\" button. Once installed, it will automatically run on any YouTube page you visit, removing Shorts sections as you browse.
Q: Is the extension free?
A: Yes, the extension is completely free to use.
Q: Will the extension block all types of video suggestions?
A: No, the extension only targets YouTube Shorts. All other video suggestions, including long-form videos and recommended content, will still appear as usual on your homepage and sidebar.
Q: Does it work on mobile?
A: Short answer: No. Long answer: Unfortunately, iOS is a highly controlled environment, and it doesn’t allow third-party apps to modify or alter the functionality of other apps. Android is more flexible than iOS, but it still doesn’t officially allow third-party apps to modify or change the behavior of other apps like YouTube. To make modifications at the app level, users would need root access, which, again, isn't recommended for the average user. If you are still interested, look into a mobile browser with an ad/content blocker or alternative clients like NewPipe (for Android).
Q: Does this extension collect my personal data?
A: Absolutely not! This extension does not track or collect any of your personal data. It only modifies the appearance of YouTube pages on your browser to hide Shorts content.
Q: Will this extension work with other browsers like Firefox or Edge?
A: The extension is primarily designed for Google Chrome. However, it may work with Chromium-based browsers like Microsoft Edge and others. To install it in other browsers, you would need to follow their specific instructions for adding Chrome extensions.
Q: Can I re-enable YouTube Shorts after installing the extension?
A: Yes, if you decide that you want to see YouTube Shorts again, you can easily disable or remove the extension from your browser by going to the Extensions page (chrome://extensions/) and turning it off or uninstalling it.
Source Manifest.json
How to download and manually install Remove YouTube Shorts extension for Chrome
Looking for a way to install Remove YouTube Shorts 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 Remove YouTube Shorts extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Remove YouTube Shorts extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.
Method 1: Download Remove YouTube Shorts extension and manually install through Drag &Drop
If you ever need to manually install a Remove YouTube Shorts 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 Remove YouTube Shorts Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.
Look for the Remove YouTube Shorts extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Remove YouTube Shorts extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Remove YouTube Shorts 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 Remove YouTube Shorts 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 Remove YouTube Shorts extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode
This is another method to install Remove YouTube Shorts 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 Remove YouTube Shorts extension file
Select and download the Remove YouTube Shorts 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 Remove YouTube Shorts 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 Remove YouTube Shorts 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 Remove YouTube Shorts 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 Remove YouTube Shorts extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.
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