A handy way to clear cache, cookies, downloads and history.

Latest Version

Version
1.1.2.7
Update
April 1, 2021
Size
40.27KiB
Developer
blandlifedev.blogspot.com
Category
Users
10,000+
Rating
4.44156 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
русский
中文 (简体)
日本語
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Permissions
ContextMenus
BrowsingData
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SimpleClear Extension

A fork of the Clear extension, with more customization options.

Basic usage:
- click the toolbar button
- click on the duration you want to clear for what item
- you can also set it to one-click mode in the options
- clearing options can also be accessed from right-click menu
- keyboard navigation supported, see the options

Changes and new features from fork:
- options to select what to show
- upgrade to manifest version 2
- hideable toolbar button
- keyboard navigation
- event page enabled

Updated changelog is in the extension option pages.

Retains the features of the Clear extension.
Credits to João Colombo of the Clear extension.

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Note:
Though the extension is v1.0 as there may still be bugs I've missed.
Please do feedback when something is not working, better if there are steps to replicate the problem.
Thanks :)
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "SimpleClear", "version": "1.1.2.7", "manifest_version": 2, "default_locale": "en", "description": "__MSG_manifest_description__", "icons": {"16": "icon-16.png","48": "icon-48.png","128": "icon-128.png" }, "browser_action": { "default_icon": { "19": "icon-19-0.png", "38": "icon-38-0.png" }, "default_title": "__MSG_manifest_toolbarbtn_tooltip__", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "background": { "scripts": ["common.js","bg.js"], "persistent": false }, "options_page": "options.html", "permissions": [ "contextMenus", "browsingData" ]}
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How to download and manually install SimpleClear extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install SimpleClear 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 SimpleClear extension file

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

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rfd67ui 45h7ui (ID: 0000000e0db5b2d7) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/21/2023 Лучший, проблем нету

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Сева --- (ID: 0000007208a1ceb5) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 12/03/2020 Очень хороший! Но нет очистки автозаполнения форм.

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