Explore the amazing world of Pokémon while surfing the web with dynamic gradients, information & more.

Latest Version

Version
1.1.0
Update
November 23, 2024
Size
611KiB
Developer
poketab.com
Category
Users
59
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
Notifications
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PokeTab Extension

With PokeTab, you can bring your favourite Pokémon straight to your browser and turn your new tab page into a colourful Pokémon experience. See a randomly chosen Pokémon with its own colour scheme, comprehensive details, and more each time you open a new tab.

Designed to be sleek & minimal, Poketab has rich features that we know you will love.

Encounter a new Pokemon and their distinct colors in an eye-catching gradient every time you open a new tab.

In depth details about the pokemon on screen.

Have a favorite generation? You can filter out some or all generations & only have your favorite one show up.

Keep track of pokemon encounters with the inbuilt tracker system. Choose your team of 6 & take on the web, level up & collect experience with every encounter.

Completely customisable weather, date & time, whether you want fahrenheit or celsius, prefer long or short format dates, are a 24 hour lover or hater, there is plenty of customisation. With all the data being pulled from your local machine & the OpenWeeatherAPI.

Why Choose PokeTab?

PokeTab is designed for Trainers who want to add a touch of Pokémon magic to their everyday browsing. With its rich features and customization options, PokeTab offers a unique, engaging, and visually appealing experience for you, everytime.

How It Works

Automatic Updates: PokeTab checks for new Pokémon data monthly to ensure you always have the latest information.
Offline Functionality: PokeTab works offline with limited functionality. You can still enjoy your Pokémon encounters, but images may not render.
Privacy First: All data is stored locally on your device. We never access or sell your data.

Installation

Add PokeTab to Chrome from the Chrome Web Store.
Open a new tab and start enjoying random Pokémon encounters.
Customize your settings by clicking the Pokéball icon in the top right corner.
Bring the world of Pokémon to your browser with PokeTab and make every new tab a delightful surprise.

Links
https://poketab.com/terms-conditions/
https://poketab.com/privacy-policy/
https://poketab.com/frequently-asked-questions/
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "PokeTab", "description": "Explore the amazing world of Pok\u00e9mon while surfing the web with dynamic gradients, information & more.", "version": "1.1.0", "manifest_version": 3, "author": "Itelligence.co", "icons": { "16": "icons/16.png", "48": "icons/48.png", "128": "icons/128.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "host_permissions": [ "https://api.openweathermap.org/", "https://api.ipify.org/", "https://pokeapi.co/api/" ], "chrome_url_overrides": { "newtab": "newtab.html" }, "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "icons/16.png", "48": "icons/48.png", "128": "icons/128.png" } }, "permissions": [ "storage", "notifications" ], "content_scripts": [] }
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How to download and manually install PokeTab extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install PokeTab 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 PokeTab extension file

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

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