Hide or show opponent information on Lichess.org

Latest Version

Version
1.0
Update
June 3, 2024
Size
57.0KiB
Developer
Category
Users
64
Rating
1 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
See more
Permissions
Storage
ActiveTab
Scripting
See more

Lichess Opponent Info Hider Extension

Lichess Opponent Info Hider is a simple yet powerful Chrome extension designed to help Lichess players focus on their game without the distraction of opponent ratings. Whether you're feeling the pressure of a high-rated opponent or just want to play without knowing your opponent's ranking, this extension gives you the control to hide or show opponent information with a single toggle.

Perfect for players who want to improve their game without the psychological stress of ratings. Stay focused, play better.
Read more

Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Lichess Opponent Info Hider", "version": "1.0", "description": "Hide or show opponent information on Lichess.org", "permissions": [ "storage", "activeTab", "scripting" ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "icon16.png", "48": "icon48.png", "128": "icon128.png" } }, "icons": { "16": "icon16.png", "48": "icon48.png", "128": "icon128.png" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": ["*://lichess.org/*"], "js": ["content.js"] } ]}
Read more

How to download and manually install Lichess Opponent Info Hider extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Lichess Opponent Info Hider extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Lichess Opponent Info Hider 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 Lichess Opponent Info Hider Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Lichess Opponent Info Hider 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 Lichess Opponent Info Hider extension file

Select and download the Lichess Opponent Info Hider 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 Lichess Opponent Info Hider 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 Lichess Opponent Info Hider 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 Lichess Opponent Info Hider 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 Lichess Opponent Info Hider extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

Similar Extensions

icon

Lichess Flags Extension · Fun 64 3 ★ 209KiB

icon

Chess.com ELO Hider Extension · Fun 64 5 ★ 11.9KiB

icon

Smart Berserk | Lichess Extension · Fun 64 2 ★ 64.39KiB

icon

Chess Stream Tool Extension · Accessibility 64 3 ★ 9.22KiB

icon

Hikaru and GothamChess Tell You to MOVE Extension · Fun 64 40 ★ 1.21MiB

icon

Chess.com Analysis at Lichess Extension · Fun 64 100 ★ 101KiB

icon

Lichess2Chess Extension · Fun 64 1 ★ 6.83KiB

icon

Chessvision.ai Chess Position Scanner Extension · Accessibility 64 647 ★ 409KiB

icon

No More Chess Ratings Extension · Fun 64 23 ★ 31.11KiB

icon

Hide Chess Rating Extension · Productivity 64 2 ★ 13.88KiB

icon

Chess.com rating hider Extension · Fun 64 1 ★ 23.43KiB

icon

Chess.com Custom Themes, Boards - ChessHelper Extension · Productivity 64 376 ★ 23.24MiB

icon

Lichess Custom Themes, Boards - LichessHelper Extension · Productivity 64 8 ★ 20.32MiB

icon

Prettier Lichess Extension · Productivity 64 81 ★ 341KiB

icon

Mental Health Mode for Lichess Extension · Fun 64 2 ★ 29.84KiB

icon

Custom Chess Pieces Extension · Fun 64 2 ★ 11.25KiB

icon

Chess.com Zen Mode Extension · Productivity 64 4 ★ 116KiB

icon

Chessconnect Extension · Fun 64 30 ★ 1.43MiB

icon

LiChess Tools, by Siderite Extension · Productivity 64 53 ★ 929KiB

icon

Chess.com Insights Extension · Productivity 64 9 ★ 2.28MiB

icon

UnTrap for YouTube Extension · Productivity 64 285 ★ 1.47MiB

icon

dmitlichess Extension · Fun 64 83 ★ 187MiB

icon

Chess Compass - Free Online Chess Analysis Extension · Fun 64 14 ★ 12.82KiB

icon

Lichess enhancement Extension · Fun 64 23 ★ 60.21MiB