A convenient extension that enables users to seamlessly switch between multiple GitHub accounts.

Latest Version

Version
1.2.0
Update
June 29, 2023
Size
180KiB
Developer
Category
Users
1,000+
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
Cookies
Storage
WebRequest
DeclarativeNetRequest
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GitHub Account Switcher Extension

The source code is open sourced at https://github.com/yuezk/github-account-switcher

The GitHub Account Switcher is a user-friendly browser extension that is designed to help developers effortlessly switch between multiple GitHub accounts without the need to log in and out constantly. It's perfect for developers who manage personal, work, or enterprise accounts, as this extension streamlines your workflow and lets you concentrate on your projects.

## Features

- Effortless account switching: Instantly switch between multiple GitHub accounts with a single click.
- Automatic account switching: Automatically switch to the relevant account when you visit a specific GitHub URL.
- Time-saving: Eliminates the need to manually log in and out of different accounts.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "GitHub Account Switcher", "description": "A convenient extension that enables users to seamlessly switch between multiple GitHub accounts.", "version": "1.2.0", "manifest_version": 3, "icons": { "16": "img/logo-16.png", "32": "img/logo-32.png", "48": "img/logo-48.png", "128": "img/logo-128.png" }, "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": "img/logo-48.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "service-worker-loader.js", "type": "module" }, "content_scripts": [ { "js": [ "assets/content-script-loader.index.ts.5fbb284f.fe12608b.js" ], "matches": [ "https://*.github.com/*" ], "run_at": "document_start", "css": [ "assets/index.ts.7b9c5654.css" ] } ], "web_accessible_resources": [ { "matches": [ "https://*.github.com/*" ], "resources": [ "assets/browser-polyfill.7e0c1479.js", "assets/shared.beedccd5.js", "assets/injected.b21eed8c.js", "assets/index.ts.5fbb284f.js" ], "use_dynamic_url": true } ], "host_permissions": [ "https://*.github.com/" ], "permissions": [ "cookies", "storage", "webRequest", "declarativeNetRequest" ]}
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How to download and manually install GitHub Account Switcher extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download GitHub Account Switcher extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a GitHub Account Switcher 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 GitHub Account Switcher Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install GitHub Account Switcher 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 GitHub Account Switcher extension file

Select and download the GitHub Account Switcher 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 GitHub Account Switcher 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 GitHub Account Switcher 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 GitHub Account Switcher 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 GitHub Account Switcher extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Anees Khan (ID: 00000089b28466cb) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/04/2023 github.com should have this built-in feature like bitbucket and gitlab does. overall amazing extension. Thanks

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Leon Sun (ID: 000000233537d64c) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/14/2023 pretty handy

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K K (ID: 000000e09bccf8d9) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/05/2023 ★★★★★

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Carter Schuller (ID: 000000ff43e73bad) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 07/15/2023 Works great. Love the update where it now injects into the new UI for account switching as well.

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Carlos Philipe Mendes Bahia (ID: 000000cab6d074ab) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/29/2023 Perfect, accomplishes what it set out to do with mastery