Displays random masterpieces from Google Cultural Institute in your every new tab

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Version
0.2.1
Update
July 16, 2023
Size
235KiB
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Users
4,000+
Rating
3.6 ★
Manifest Version
3
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Art Project - New Tab Extension

This extension replaces the default \"New Tab\" page with a clean and organized page showcasing a wide range of masterpieces, from renowned artists like Van Gogh and Monet to contemporary works by street artists worldwide.

Key Points:
1. The extension utilizes the Google Arts & Culture database to display these artworks. Each artwork includes clickable titles and links to the creators.
2. The extension stores up to 5 artworks in the browser's cache storage to improve responsiveness.
3. All new artworks are fetched directly from the Google Arts & Culture website.
4. Each artwork is displayed for 24 hours before being replaced with a new one. If you don't like a particular one, you can use the refresh button to see a different random artwork.

What is the \"Google Arts & Culture\" service (from Wikipedia)?
Google Arts & Culture features content from over 2000 prominent museums and archives partnered with the Google Cultural Institute to bring the world's treasures online. It uses high-resolution image technology, allowing users to explore partner organizations' collections, and galleries, and access detailed information about the artworks. The platform also offers advanced search capabilities and educational tools.

-- Legal
This extension solely retrieves resources from Google Arts & Culture. It is an independent project without affiliation with Google or the Google Arts & Culture team.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Art Project - New Tab", "description": "__MSG_description__", "default_locale": "en", "version": "0.2.1", "background": { "service_worker": "worker.js" }, "chrome_url_overrides": { "newtab": "/data/override/index.html" }, "permissions": [ "storage" ], "homepage_url": "https://webextension.org/listing/new-tab.html?from=artworks", "icons": { "16": "data/icons/16.png", "24": "data/icons/24.png", "32": "data/icons/32.png", "48": "data/icons/48.png", "64": "data/icons/64.png", "128": "data/icons/128.png", "256": "data/icons/256.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Art Project - New Tab extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Art Project - New Tab extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Art Project - New Tab 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 Art Project - New Tab Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Art Project - New Tab 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 Art Project - New Tab extension file

Select and download the Art Project - New Tab 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 Art Project - New Tab 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 Art Project - New Tab 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 Art Project - New Tab 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 Art Project - New Tab extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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