BrainBrake reminds users to take a break from their work.

Latest Version

Version
2.2
Update
March 15, 2022
Size
109KiB
Developer
Category
Users
216
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Background
Storage
Https://brainbrake.azurewebsites.net/api/
Https://brainbrake.azurewebsites.net/api/announcement
Https://brainbrake.azurewebsites.net/api/alert
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BrainBrake Extension

Circuit Media Green’s new browser extension, BrainBrake, is a customizable digital alert system that meets users where they already are - looking at their screens. BrainBrake was developed in support of Circuit Media’s overarching goal to support the health and wellbeing of the individual.

This extension helps users maintain their personal and digital health goals by reminding them to stand, walk, move, or to otherwise address any health concerns at regular intervals. Our team followed CDC recommendations to create the most up-to-date health prompts designed to target eyestrain, back pain, circulation issues, general fatigue and brain fog, and other wellness issues that often plague computer users.

What can you do on BrainBrake?
•\tSet any of these preloaded reminders to regularly address your health needs: 20/20/20, 1 hour, 1.5 hour
•\tStop or start your reminders easily with only two clicks from the top of your screen
•\tAccess CM Green’s sustainability resources to better your digital and physical health daily

BrainBrake is available to download and install on popular browsers including Edge and Chrome. The extension is easily adaptable to each user’s alert preference and can be stopped or restarted with ease.

Take charge of your digital health today, and download CM Green’s new free BrainBrake browser extension!
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "BrainBrake", "version": "2.2", "description": "BrainBrake reminds users to take a break from their work.", "permissions": [ "background", "storage", "https://brainbrake.azurewebsites.net/api/", "https://brainbrake.azurewebsites.net/api/announcement", "https://brainbrake.azurewebsites.net/api/alert" ], "background": { "scripts": [ "background-alert.js" ], "persistent": true }, "icons": { "16": "/images/CM_BrainBrake_Favicon-Blue-16x16.png", "32": "/images/CM_BrainBrake_Favicon-Blue-32x32.png", "48": "/images/CM_BrainBrake_Favicon-Blue-48x48.png", "128": "/images/CM_BrainBrake_Favicon-Blue-128x128.png" }, "browser_action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "/images/CM_BrainBrake_Favicon-Blue-16x16.png", "32": "/images/CM_BrainBrake_Favicon-Blue-32x32.png", "48": "/images/CM_BrainBrake_Favicon-Blue-48x48.png", "128": "/images/CM_BrainBrake_Favicon-Blue-128x128.png" } }, "manifest_version": 2}
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How to download and manually install BrainBrake extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install BrainBrake 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 BrainBrake extension file

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

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