Twitch TV extension for displaying a user's favorite channels which are currently live.
Twitch Live Extension
Twitch TV extension for displaying a user's favorite channels which are currently live.
NOTE: Version 2.0.1 is a beta. Please report any issues.
Twitch Live is a browser extension for Google Chrome that makes it easy to check which of your favorite Twitch.tv channels are currently live. You can also configure the extension to send you a notification when one of your favorite streams goes online.
Extension was developed by Mike Chambers. Design by Ben Griffith.
Once the extension has been installed it will place a small monitor / TV icon on the top right of your browser window. NOTE YOU MUST NOW PIN THE EXTENSION IN CHROME IN ORDER TO SEE THE ICON. Open the options tab by right clicking the icon, and selecting options. Once the options tab is open, enter your Twitch.tv user name, and click save.
You can then view which of your favorite Twitch.tv streams are online by clicking the Twitch Live icon in the browser window.
This extension was originally part of the JTV Live extension for Justin.tv but has been split off into its own extension.
Release History
2.0.2 BETA (3.7.22)
* Fixed issue with login not working
2.0.1 BETA (3.6.22)
* Updated to work with new Twitch APIs
* Extension now requires login
* Major refactor. Please report any issues
* Removed VOD filtering (no longer supported by Twitch API)
* No longer show notifications on new streams (simplifying extension to make easier to maintain)
1.90 (10.21.2020)
* Format viewer counts to be easier to read.
1.89 (10.2.2020)
* Fixed an issue that caused duplicate stream entries (due to Twitch API bug).
1.88 (9.20.2020)
* Fixed an issue that prevented user name from being stored on new installs (dues to Twitch API change).
1.87 (7.28.2019)
* Fixed a bug where data would not be loaded automatically when entering account name.
* Added an about page, which can be accessed by right clicking on the extension icon.
1.86 (7.28.2019)
* Fixed bug where data wouldnt load unless you resaved settings.
1.85 (7.28.2019)
* Pretty big code updated and refactoring
* Updated Twitch API to v5
* Mousing over a stream will show a tool tip with current stream title
* Can now click Twitch Live text at top of window to go to main twitch page
0.98 (7.23.2018)
* Fixed issue when clicking game titles that contained a single quote in their name. (thanks JS for reporting)
0.97 (4.12.2018)
* Fixed issue where extension would not work for some users (due to bug in Twitch API). Thanks LurkinLurker for the help in tracking down.
0.96 (4.02.2018)
* Fixed issue where vodcasts were not recognized
0.95 (8.28.2017)
* Added option to not display vodcasts
* Vodcasts are displayed in a lighter grey
* Removed request for \"tabs\" permissions (no longer needed)
0.94 (5.31.2017)
* Fixed issue with Twitch API change that prevented all live streams from displaying.
0.93 (1.6.2017)
* Fixed issue with Twitch API change that limited results to 25 streams.
0.92 (9.15.2016)
* Added client_id to API requests to twitch to fix bug that broke extension.
0.91 (2.15.2014)
* Added option to open stream in a popout window.
0.90 (10.02.2013)
* Rewrote Notification support.
* Notifications now require Google Chrome 28 or higher.
* Notifications now automatically close after 7 seconds.
0.89 (08.21.2013)
* Section / game titles are now clickable. Clicking will open a new tab pointing to the Twitch.tv page for the game.
0.88 (07.08.2013)
* General stability improvements when working with Twitch TV API.
0.87 (06.17.2013)
* Fixed an issue where clicking on a channel would not work if previous api call had failed.
* Some minor user interface tweaks.
* Some minor code optimizations.
0.86 (06.06.2013)
* Fixed issue where wrong results are returned if user is not following any channels.
0.85 (06.06.2013)
* Initial Release.
Source Manifest.json
How to download and manually install Twitch Live extension for Chrome
Looking for a way to install Twitch Live 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 Twitch Live extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Twitch Live extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.
Method 1: Download Twitch Live extension and manually install through Drag &Drop
If you ever need to manually install a Twitch Live 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 Twitch Live Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.
Look for the Twitch Live extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Twitch Live extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Twitch Live 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 Twitch Live 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 Twitch Live extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode
This is another method to install Twitch Live 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 Twitch Live extension file
Select and download the Twitch Live 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 Twitch Live 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 Twitch Live 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 Twitch Live 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 Twitch Live extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.
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