Readable Shortcuts allows you to create readable personalized shortcuts for your links that are easy to recall.

Latest Version

Version
1.0
Update
June 6, 2023
Size
389KiB
Developer
readableshortcuts.com
Category
Users
37
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
Tabs
ActiveTab
UnlimitedStorage
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Readable Shortcuts Extension

Readable Shortcuts simplifies your browsing experience by allowing you to assign intuitive names or keywords to your preferred websites and files. Once you've added a shortcut, accessing the associated link becomes as easy as typing “sc” + [space] + its name into your browser's address bar.

Key Features:
1.\tEffortless Link Management: Readable Shortcuts provides an intuitive interface where you can effortlessly manage your shortcuts. Add new links, edit existing ones, or remove shortcuts with just a few clicks.

2.\tCustomizable Shortcuts: Tailor your shortcuts to match your preferences. Assign unique names or keywords to your links, making them memorable and easy to recall.

3.\tLightning-Fast Access: Forget about bookmark folders and lengthy URLs. By typing a shortcut name directly into your browser's address bar, you can instantly navigate to the desired website without any hassle.

4.\tSync Across Devices: Readable Shortcuts synchronizes seamlessly with your Google Account, allowing you to access your shortcuts from any device with the extension installed in Chrome. Whether you're on your desktop or laptop, your customized shortcuts are always at your fingertips.

5.\tPrivacy: Rest assured that Readable Shortcuts prioritizes your privacy. The extension operates locally on your device, ensuring that your browsing habits remain confidential and secure.

6.\tUser-Friendly Interface: Readable Shortcuts boasts a clean and intuitive interface, making it easy for users of all levels of technical expertise to set up and manage their shortcuts effortlessly.

Enhance your browsing efficiency and reclaim valuable time with Readable Shortcuts. Streamline your access to frequently visited websites by creating personalized shortcuts that open with a quick keystroke. Install Readable Shortcuts today and experience a new level of convenience in your web browsing journey.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Readable Shortcuts", "description": "Readable Shortcuts allows you to create readable personalized shortcuts for your links that are easy to recall.", "version": "1.0", "manifest_version": 3, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "omnibox": { "keyword" : "sc" }, "permissions": ["storage", "tabs", "activeTab", "unlimitedStorage"], "action": { "default_popup": "assets/html/popup.html" }, "icons": { "16": "/assets/images/Yellow-NoBG-16_x_16.png", "32": "/assets/images/Yellow-NoBG-32_x_32.png", "48": "/assets/images/Yellow-NoBG-48_x_48.png", "128": "/assets/images/Yellow-NoBG-128_x_128.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Readable Shortcuts extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Readable Shortcuts extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Readable Shortcuts 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 Readable Shortcuts Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Readable Shortcuts 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 Readable Shortcuts extension file

Select and download the Readable Shortcuts 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 Readable Shortcuts 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 Readable Shortcuts 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 Readable Shortcuts 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 Readable Shortcuts extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Sitanshu Mehrotra (ID: 000000360c329ecb) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/06/2023 Well thought out and implemented. Have already saved my main threads here grouped by portfolios. Looking forward to the next updates.

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Akshay Gupta (ID: 000000f8ad88664c) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/06/2023 Great service guys! Thanks

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Sam Smith (ID: 000000e685a65922) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/02/2023 This is amazing!

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Varun Mohan (ID: 000000227b1696aa) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/02/2023 amazing stuff! a very handy extension