A simple dark mode toggle extension

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Version
1.0
Update
November 27, 2024
Size
20.84KiB
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Users
8
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Simply Dark Extension

A simple dark mode toggle extension - open source, no-frills

Simply Dark is a lightweight Chrome extension that allows you to toggle a dark mode overlay for any webpage, including PDFs. Designed for ease of use, this extension uses a minimalistic overlay and intuitive controls, making it perfect for users who spend long hours browsing or reading online.

Simply Press `Ctrl+Alt+D` (Windows/Linux) or `Option+Shift+D` (macOS) to toggle dark mode on/off. Or click on the extension icon.


Features

- **Dark Mode Overlay**: Applies a dark mode effect to any webpage or PDF using a high-contrast overlay.
- **PDF Support**: Automatically detects PDF files and applies the dark mode overlay.
- **Icon Toggle**: Quickly activate or deactivate dark mode by clicking the extension's toolbar icon.
- **Lightweight and Fast**: Minimal performance impact with efficient JavaScript execution.


Open Source! See all the code used for this extension at the GitHub repo here: https://github.com/imranq/simplydark
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Simply Dark", "version": "1.0", "description": "A simple dark mode toggle extension", "permissions": [ "activeTab", "scripting" ], "action": {}, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "32": "icons/icon32.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" }, "commands": { "toggle-dark-mode": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Alt+Shift+D", "mac": "Alt+Shift+D" }, "description": "Toggle dark mode" } }}
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How to download and manually install Simply Dark extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Simply Dark 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 Simply Dark extension file

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

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