The easiest way to identify fonts on web pages.

Latest Version

Version
3.2.0
Update
March 3, 2024
Size
741KiB
Developer
chengyinliu.com
Category
Users
2,000,000+
Rating
3.99502 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
ActiveTab
Scripting
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WhatFont Extension

Say goodbye to the complexity of developer tools for identifying fonts. With WhatFont, discovering the fonts used on websites becomes as effortless as hovering over text. Want more details? A simple click on any element reveals the styles applied, making it easier than ever to uncover the secrets behind beautiful typography.

Recommended by Wired WebMonkey, Lifehacker, and SwissMiss.

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History:
• 3.2.0
\t- Improved toolbar icon compatibility
• 3.1.1
\t- Removed unnecessary developer logging
• 3.1.0
\t- Added multiple color format support
• 3.0.1
\t- Restored escape key to exit
• 3.0.0
\t- Completely Rewritten: The entire extension has been rebuilt for better performance and usability.
\t- Updated Permission Model: We've revised permissions to better respect user privacy while maintaining functionalities.
\t- Refreshed Appearance: The look has been updated for a more modern feel.
\t- Isolation from Host Website Styling: Ensures WhatFont's appearance is unaffected by the website it's used on.
\t- Adaptive Toolbar Icon: The toolbar icon now changes based on the system's appearance settings.
\t- Support for New CSS Color Values: Enhanced support for the latest CSS color values.
• 2.1.0
\t- A new design thanks to Siddharth Mate
• 2.0.3
\t- Retina toolbar icon
• 2.0.2
\t- Fix option page for button styles
• 2.0.1
\t- Use native screen capturer
• 2.0
\t- Improved sharing
• 1.7
\t- Added font services detection for FontDeck (Thanks to Mark Perkins)
\t- Improved font detecting algorithm
\t- Improved overall performance
• 1.6.1
\t- Added color detection for text
• 1.6
\t- Added a tweet button for instant sharing through Twitter
\t- Improved style reseting
­• 1.5
\t- Overall restyling
­• 1.4.4
\t- Supported light icon for dark themes
­• 1.4.3
\t- Fixed a bug related to Typekit service detection
­• 1.4.2
\t- Reduced loading time
\t- Supported HTTPS protocol
­• 1.4.1
\t- Fixed stylesheet bug
• 1.4
\t- Restructured source code
\t- Supported font services detection for Typekit and Google Font API
\t- Fixed toolbar button bug. Second click is now \"Exit WhatFont\"
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "WhatFont", "author": "[email protected]", "description": "The easiest way to identify fonts on web pages.", "homepage_url": "http://chengyinliu.com/whatfont.html", "version": "3.2.0", "background": { "service_worker": "./background/background.js" }, "action": { "default_icon": { "19": "icon19.png", "38": "icon38.png", "76": "icon76.png" } }, "permissions": ["activeTab", "scripting"], "icons": { "16": "icon16.png", "32": "icon32.png", "48": "icon48.png", "96": "icon96.png", "128": "icon128.png", "256": "icon256.png" }}
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How to download and manually install WhatFont extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install WhatFont 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 WhatFont extension file

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

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User reviews

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Michał Piotrowski (ID: 000000cd30bf4b61) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 11/02/2023 It does not work at all... Waste of time.

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Reece Harding (ID: 000000ae8ed328a5) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/30/2023 Works perfectly!

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Kahraman Bayraktar (ID: 000000fdbd6f8afa) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 08/19/2023 It usually fails recognizing Barlow Medium on my website, guessing it is Arial.

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Kristóf Fenyvesi (ID: 000000b1cd57f2f3) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 08/18/2023 Useful but causes scrolling issues

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Ian TheHunter (ID: 0000006a80ff9ef2) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/06/2023 works nice