Keep your computer running or screen on, and return to default state by a timer.

Latest Version

Version
1.0.7
Update
February 22, 2023
Size
13.97KiB
Developer
guokai.dev
Category
Users
9,000+
Rating
4.25 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
中文 (简体)
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Permissions
Power
Alarms
Background
Storage
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Keep Computer Awake (for a While) Extension

Similar to other \"Keep Awake\" extensions, the basic function of this extension is to override current system energy-saving setting, and prevent your computer from sleeping or turning off the screen. In addition, this extension provides a countdown timer that can switch to default state and (optionally) close the active tab. For example you can keep your computer running for a while, then let it go to sleep. It also supports keyboard shortcuts to change the state.

Click the extension icon, you can switch between three states:
● Keep screen on: The computer does not go to sleep, and the screen keeps on. For example, when you do a presentation.
● Keep system running: The computer does not go to sleep, but the screen can be turned off. For example, when you upload or download files, the screen can be turned off, but need to keep the system running.
● System default state: Cancel the above two states. Whether to go to sleep or turn off the screen depends on the energy-saving setting of your operating system.

This extension provides a countdown timer. You can use it:
1. Switch to default state. For example, when a program is being executed, it may take some time to complete. In this situation, you can set the state to keep system running, and switch to default state an hour later.
2. Set a timer to close the tab that is playing a podcast or video when you go to bed. This may help you fall asleep better.

Note: if you turn your computer to sleep manually (e.g. close the laptop lid), or quit the browser completely, this extension can't keep your computer running.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "__MSG_extName__", "version": "1.0.7", "author": "Guokai Han", "manifest_version": 3, "description": "__MSG_extDescription__", "default_locale": "en", "offline_enabled": true, "permissions": [ "power", "alarms", "background", "storage" ], "icons": { "16": "icon/display_16.png", "48": "icon/display_48.png", "128": "icon/display_128.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "commands": { "display": { "description": "__MSG_opPower_display__" }, "system": { "description": "__MSG_opPower_system__" }, "default": { "description": "__MSG_opPower_default__" } }, "action": { "default_icon": { "16": "icon/default_16.png", "24": "icon/default_24.png", "32": "icon/default_32.png" }, "default_title": "Keep Awake", "default_popup": "popup.html" }}
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How to download and manually install Keep Computer Awake (for a While) extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Keep Computer Awake (for a While) 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 Keep Computer Awake (for a While) extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Keep Computer Awake (for a While) extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Keep Computer Awake (for a While) extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Keep Computer Awake (for a While) 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 Keep Computer Awake (for a While) Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Keep Computer Awake (for a While) extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Keep Computer Awake (for a While) extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Keep Computer Awake (for a While) 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 Keep Computer Awake (for a While) 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 Keep Computer Awake (for a While) extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Keep Computer Awake (for a While) 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 Keep Computer Awake (for a While) extension file

Select and download the Keep Computer Awake (for a While) 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 Keep Computer Awake (for a While) 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 Keep Computer Awake (for a While) 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 Keep Computer Awake (for a While) 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 Keep Computer Awake (for a While) extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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J J (ID: 000000dde7a51409) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 02/21/2024 Update: Feb 20,2024. It's not awaking from sleep. It's done this now several times. Had Keep Awake for many many years until I realized that my monitor sometimes wouldn't turn back on after it went to sleep or just off, I even changed my HDMI cable and it still did it, so I downloaded Keep Computer Awake and it works w/o any problems now.

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Fei Lian (ID: 0000006c783567d8) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/07/2022 This is very useful for restraining the company's protection strategy!

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Ron Curis (ID: 0000005aa309fb32) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/25/2022 希望保存上一次修改的倒计时分钟参数。

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Philip Matthew (ID: 000000d991e53087) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/01/2020 The timer is essential for work security. Amazing job on this!

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Nate Welch (ID: 0000005e7ff0c07a) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/01/2020 Works well. Love the timer. Wish this was baked into google slides natively when I present.