Quickly search the web with variables inside the query for those pesky repeating lookups.

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1.0.0
Update
August 20, 2020
Size
203KiB
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17
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
2
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Search with Variables Extension

When researching, troubleshooting or working in general one tends to repeat very similar queries in order to give the search engine enough context.

For example, I often need to lookup function definitions for programming languages so I have to retype the name of the language followed by the actual query. Every. Time. This really does get tedious after a while.

\"Javascript reduce\", \"Javascript sort\", \"Javascr... *sigh*\"...

This extension saves you those pesky, pesky keystrokes!

Define your own variables to fit your needs and speed up your queries. Need to retype IDs of components often? Need to often retype multiple keywords? Need to retype specific dates? Create variables for them and enjoy the pure bliss of searching efficiently!

You can comfortably switch between devices because this extension synchronizes your variables with your Google Account.

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There are three ways to interact with the extension.

1. The quickest way is to hit CTRL+SHIFT+L (CMD+... on Mac) in order to trigger the search box. After that simply type in your query and hit ENTER. You can change the shortcut in your browsers settings under chrome://extensions/shortcuts (You must set this when using Edge)

2. Manually trigger the search box through clicking on the icon in your extension bar. (Top right corner).

3. Focus your omnibox and type ! (exclamation mark) and hit SPACE or TAB to activate the query.

Either open the settings by right-clicking on the extension or follow the link in the search box (remember point 1. and 2.). There you can define your query URL and variables.

I hope you enjoy this as much as I do. The code is free and open source! Take a look: https://github.com/DanielBiegler/search-with-variables

Of course I'm open to feedback and suggestions, no need to be shy.

Best regards,
Daniel Biegler.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Search with Variables extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Search with Variables extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install Search with Variables 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 Search with Variables extension file

Select and download the Search with Variables 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 Search with Variables 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 Search with Variables 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 Search with Variables 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 Search with Variables extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Kilian VVNkr (ID: 000000e7a02be1b5) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/20/2020 Nice. Just what i needed for work. THX a lot!

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Lars Forquignon (ID: 0000002624c27760) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/18/2020 Very useful with repeated searches and easy to use. Great extension!

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Yvn Bhl (ID: 00000023a0c495e9) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/17/2020 Very helpful extension, thank you!

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Exception Ptr (exceptionptr) (ID: 0000009103193ef6) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/14/2020 Never knew I needed this functionality. Now I can't live without. Ty brudi