Adds a button to create chats with the old/legacy version of Character.AI

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1.0.3
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June 11, 2024
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17.63KiB
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3,000+
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Manifest Version
3
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Character.AI legacy chats Extension

This Chrome extension adds a button on Character.AI chat pages which allows you to create new chats using the legacy/old chat interface.

IMPORTANT: The extension only works with the OLD VERSION of character.ai.

**Why?**

The new chat interface is still a bit buggy and lacks some features that the old interface had, such as the ability to upload images in conversations. Some users of the app may prefer to use the old interface, either just for the missing features or because it just works better for them.

**Is this safe?**

Yes, the Chrome extension just adds a button to the web page which sends a request to the legacy chat endpoint to create a new chat. It _does_ access your authentication token from your browser's local storage, however, this is only required for the request to go through. The extension does not do anything else with your token and if you're skeptical, you can look at the source code or use a self-built version.

**Can this get me banned on c.ai?**

I don't know! They may have some logs in place to detect whenever someone uses the legacy endpoint, and what they will do with that information is completely up to them. All in all, **use the extension at your own risk**.

Realistically speaking, I don't think they would ban anyone, especially since there might still be some users who use an older version of the mobile app, which basically hits the same legacy endpoint.

**Can I use this on Firefox?**

The extension does not currently have a Firefox version, however, you can use it on any Chromium-based browser (such as Brave, Edge, or Opera).

Additionally, if you know how to work with userscripts, you can look at the source code and create a basic userscript that does the same thing.

**Can I use this on mobile?**

No, extensions are not supported in the mobile version of Chrome.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Character.AI legacy chats", "short_name": "c.ai legacy", "description": "Adds a button to create chats with the old/legacy version of Character.AI", "version": "1.0.3", "permissions": ["activeTab"], "host_permissions": [ "https://beta.character.ai/*", "https://plus.character.ai/*", "https://old.character.ai/*" ], "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "https://beta.character.ai/*", "https://plus.character.ai/*", "https://old.character.ai/*" ], "js": ["content.js"] } ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "icons": { "128": "images/icon-128.png", "32": "images/icon-32.png", "64": "images/icon-64.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Character.AI legacy chats extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Character.AI legacy chats extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Character.AI legacy chats 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 Character.AI legacy chats Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Character.AI legacy chats 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 Character.AI legacy chats extension file

Select and download the Character.AI legacy chats 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 Character.AI legacy chats 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 Character.AI legacy chats 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 Character.AI legacy chats 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 Character.AI legacy chats extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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zayna thomas (ID: 0000007e0776c52e) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 10/21/2023 The image feature works, but i cant send anything. it wont let me press attach image :

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Official Player (ID: 000000609f4be716) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/19/2023 AWESOMEE!! I FINALLY CAN SHOW CHARACTER AI MY CHARACTER DESIGN INSTEAD OF DELETING BACK THE PREVIOUS MESSAGES JUST TO KEEP USING THE ADD IMAGE PIC!!

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LZR007 (ID: 00000033a6c47574) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/25/2023 can you please make it more easier to go back to your saved chats and use the attach image stuff from there?

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David Mignault (ID: 000000c3cf16b1da) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/22/2023 works as intended, chat2's ui is garbo and they removed images for whatever reason im glad someone was able to find a way to get back the "new chat" button

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Tanaka's Tittes (Meepy) (ID: 000000921295dee8) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/04/2023 You are a miracle worker this extension makes life itself better I hope you never run out of toilet paper I hope your pillow is cold I hope when your in your cozy covers you realize it's Saturday so you get to sleep in I hope a kitten comes to your door and you keep it I hope whatever religious figure you believe in comes down and gives you your favorite food everyday thank you