With Google Maps QuickFinder, you can seamlessly integrate Google Maps into your web browsing experience.

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Version
1.0
Update
October 26, 2023
Size
88.89KiB
Developer
Category
Users
50
Rating
1 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
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Google Maps QuickFinder Extension

Discover Effortless Navigation with Google Maps QuickFinder

Tired of copying and pasting addresses into Google Maps every time you come across a location in your web browsing? Say goodbye to that hassle and welcome the convenience of the \"Google Maps QuickFinder\" Chrome extension! With Google Maps QuickFinder, you can seamlessly integrate Google Maps into your web browsing experience. Here's how it works:

Key Functionalities:

Instant Search: Simply highlight any text that contains an address or location on a web page and press Ctrl+Q (Command+Q for Mac), and watch as the extension instantly initiates a Google Maps search for that location. No more manual copying and pasting.

Effortless Navigation: Once you've found your desired location, press Ctrl+Shift+Q (Command+Shift+Q for Mac), and the extension will open Google Maps with the navigation ready to go. It's the fastest way to turn web page content into real-world directions.

Features:

Lightning-fast access to Google Maps from any webpage.
Effortless navigation to any address or location found in your browsing.
Intuitive keyboard shortcuts for a seamless user experience.
No more switching tabs or apps – everything you need is just a keystroke away.
Alternative option to access functions through context menu (right-click) or the extension icon.

Installation is a breeze:

Click the \"Install\" button to add the Google Maps QuickFinder extension to your Chrome browser.
Once installed, select any text with an address, press Ctrl+Q to search, or Ctrl+Shift+Q to navigate. It's that simple!

Make Google Maps an integral part of your browsing experience. Say hello to simplicity and speed with Google Maps QuickFinder. Install now and enjoy a smoother navigation experience on the web!
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Google Maps QuickFinder", "version": "1.0", "description": "With Google Maps QuickFinder, you can seamlessly integrate Google Maps into your web browsing experience.", "permissions": ["scripting","activeTab","contextMenus"], "icons": { "16": "images/icon-16.png", "32": "images/icon-32.png", "48": "images/icon-48.png", "128": "images/icon-128.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "images/icon-16.png", "32": "images/icon-32.png", "48": "images/icon-48.png", "128": "images/icon-128.png" } }, "commands": { "goMaps": { "suggested_key": { "windows": "Ctrl+Q", "mac": "Command+Q" }, "description": "Search Maps" }, "navMaps": { "suggested_key": { "windows": "Ctrl+Shift+Q", "mac": "Command+Shift+Q" }, "description": "Nav in Maps" } } } "
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How to download and manually install Google Maps QuickFinder extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Google Maps QuickFinder extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Google Maps QuickFinder 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 Google Maps QuickFinder Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Google Maps QuickFinder 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 Google Maps QuickFinder extension file

Select and download the Google Maps QuickFinder 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 Google Maps QuickFinder 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 Google Maps QuickFinder 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 Google Maps QuickFinder 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 Google Maps QuickFinder extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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