Extracts upvotes, name and content from Reddit posts and comments

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Version
1.0
Update
June 30, 2024
Size
390KiB
Developer
Category
Users
23
Rating
0 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
ActiveTab
Notifications
Https://*.reddit.com/*
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Reddit JSON Extractor Extension

Here is a description of what the Reddit JSON Extractor tool does:

Reddit JSON Extractor is a browser extension that allows users to easily extract structured data from Reddit posts and comments in JSON format. Key features include:

1. Adds an icon next to Reddit links that users can click to extract JSON data from that post or comment thread.

2. Extracts key information like upvotes, post/comment IDs, and content from Reddit posts and comments.

3. For posts, it extracts:
- Upvotes
- Post ID (name)
- Post content (selftext)

4. For comments, it extracts:
- Upvotes
- Comment ID (name)
- Comment content (body)
- Nested replies (with the same data extracted recursively)

5. Structures the extracted data in a clean JSON format for easy parsing and analysis.

6. Copies the extracted JSON data to the user's clipboard automatically.

7. Provides a notification when JSON data has been successfully extracted and copied.

8. Works on both old.reddit.com and www.reddit.com domains.

9. Can extract data from the current page or from links to other Reddit posts/comments.

10. Designed to make it simple for users to grab structured Reddit data for further processing or analysis in other tools.

This tool aims to streamline the process of extracting useful data from Reddit in a standardized JSON format, saving time for researchers, analysts, or anyone looking to work with Reddit data programmatically.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Reddit JSON Extractor", "version": "1.0", "description": "Extracts upvotes, name and content from Reddit posts and comments", "permissions": [ "activeTab", "notifications", "https://*.reddit.com/*" ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [""], "js": ["content.js"], "css": ["styles.css"] } ], "action": { "default_icon": "icon.png", "default_title": "Extract Reddit JSON" }, "web_accessible_resources": [{ "resources": ["icon.png"], "matches": [""] }]}
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How to download and manually install Reddit JSON Extractor extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Reddit JSON Extractor extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Reddit JSON Extractor 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 Reddit JSON Extractor Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Reddit JSON Extractor 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 Reddit JSON Extractor extension file

Select and download the Reddit JSON Extractor 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 Reddit JSON Extractor 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 Reddit JSON Extractor 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 Reddit JSON Extractor 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 Reddit JSON Extractor extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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