Determine if a page is Client-Side Rendered or Server-Side Rendered.

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CSR vs SSR Detector Extension

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https://github.com/dzienisz/chrome-ssr-csr

CSR vs SSR Detector is a tool that helps users and developers identify whether a webpage is rendered on the client side (Client-Side Rendering - CSR) or on the server side (Server-Side Rendering - SSR).

Benefits and Use Cases
SEO Optimization: Knowing whether a page is client-side or server-side rendered is crucial for search engine optimization. Server-side rendered pages often perform better in search engine indexing.

Page Performance: Understanding the rendering process can help optimize performance. CSR might be faster for the end user, while SSR can reduce the initial load time of the content.

Analysis and Debugging: This tool is especially useful for developers working on web applications, allowing them to quickly check which rendering method is used and identify potential issues.

Architectural Decisions: With this tool, development teams can make more informed decisions about application architecture, choosing between CSR and SSR based on project requirements.

Why Install It
Ease of Use: CSR vs SSR Detector is a simple and intuitive tool that can be quickly installed and run to get immediate results.
Accurate Identification: The tool accurately determines the rendering method, eliminating the need for manual inspection of the code and structure of the page.
Developer Support: Ideal for developers who want to quickly identify rendering technology and adjust their optimization strategies.
Installing CSR vs SSR Detector will benefit anyone working on improving the quality and performance of webpages, both in terms of user experience and search engine optimization.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "CSR vs SSR Detector", "version": "1.1", "description": "Determine if a page is Client-Side Rendered or Server-Side Rendered.", "permissions": ["activeTab", "scripting"], "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "icon.png", "48": "icon.png", "128": "icon.png" } }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }}
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How to download and manually install CSR vs SSR Detector extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download CSR vs SSR Detector extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a CSR vs SSR Detector 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 CSR vs SSR Detector Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install CSR vs SSR Detector 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 CSR vs SSR Detector extension file

Select and download the CSR vs SSR Detector 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 CSR vs SSR Detector 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 CSR vs SSR Detector 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 CSR vs SSR Detector 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 CSR vs SSR Detector extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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