Re-enables the backspace key as a back navigation button (except when writing text).

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Version
3.0
Update
November 20, 2023
Size
21.89KiB
Developer
google.com
Category
Users
300,000+
Rating
3.14022 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Management
Scripting
Storage
Tabs
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Go Back With Backspace Extension

Go back with the backspace button! This extension re-enables the backspace key as a back navigation button -- except if you're writing text.

What's New in 3.0:
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* Updated to Manifest V3.

Before Chrome 52, the backspace key navigated back (if you weren't writing text). Many people lost their progress while working online by accidentally pressing backspace and leaving a page -- so we removed the feature from Chrome, and created this extension for those who prefer the old behavior.

This extension can't restore backspace on certain special pages, for example any of the \"chrome://\" pages such as Settings or Extensions.

About the requested permissions:

\"Read and modify all your data\": In order to capture backspace on every page, the extension needs to install a little piece of code on each one. It does nothing else with the page, its information, or your typing.

\"Manage your apps, extensions, and themes\": This lets the extension detect when it has been re-enabled and install its code into tabs that are already open then.

The extension's source code can be viewed at
https://chromium.googlesource.com/chromium/extensions-by-google/+/master/go-back-with-backspace/

By installing this item, you agree to the Google Terms of Service and Privacy Policy at https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "__MSG_extensionName__", "description": "__MSG_extensionDescription__", "default_locale": "en", "version": "3.0", "manifest_version": 3, "minimum_chrome_version": "102", "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "32": "icons/icon32.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "action": { "default_icon": { "19": "icons/icon19.png", "38": "icons/icon38.png" }, "default_popup": "pages/popup.html" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [""], "js": ["is_editable.js", "content_script.js"], "all_frames": true, "match_origin_as_fallback": true, "run_at": "document_start" } ], "options_ui": { "page": "pages/options.html", "open_in_tab": false }, "permissions": [ "management", "scripting", "storage", "tabs" ], "host_permissions": [ "" ]}
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How to download and manually install Go Back With Backspace extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Go Back With Backspace extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Go Back With Backspace 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 Go Back With Backspace Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Go Back With Backspace 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 Go Back With Backspace extension file

Select and download the Go Back With Backspace 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 Go Back With Backspace 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 Go Back With Backspace 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 Go Back With Backspace 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 Go Back With Backspace extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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(ID: ) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/25/2024 This extension has proved to be very reliable. It did not get bloated with other functions over the years. Plus the developer kept maintaining it for the long term. His effort is underappreciated, This time, big G is going to implement Manifest v3 even though I've yet to see anyone who actually enjoys working with it. Nevertheless, the author already ported the extension to Manifest v3. The change happened seamlessly. This is why I am updating my 2016 review which was very negative. A lot has changed since then, and just as importantly, a lot has stayed the same. At this point am giving it a well deserved 5 stars.

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Diogo Miguel Cunha (ID: 000000d6c6b11de6) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/24/2024 Has worked flawlessly for years. Obviously, this should be incorporated by default and a toggleable option in settings, instead of an extension.

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Lindsey Baker Crick (ID: 00000047156cd5b4) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/29/2023 It works. I've used it ever since Google disabled the actual feature. My favorite extension. Thank you. update 9/28/23: still going strong. I'd be lost without it.

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Davvood (ID: 000000db14b42f87) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 08/11/2023 Should be integrated within the browser itself by default. No extension required.

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Alex (ID: 0000006e6971a33e) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/02/2023 An option to use backspace to go back... Smart ! Looks like Apple way, thanks Google.