A Google Chrome Extension to always clear the downloads list of all completed downloads.

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2.1.5
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June 15, 2022
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15.47KiB
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20,000+
Rating
4.34615 ★
Manifest Version
3
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Always Clear Downloads 2 Extension

This extensions fixes the original Always Clear Downloads (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/cpbmgiffkljiglnpdbljhlenaikojapc) that can no longer be installed since Google discontinued support for extensions using manifest.json version 1 (see https://developer.chrome.com/extensions/manifestVersion)

* Version 2.1 - This version modernizes the code to use the most recent Chrome APIs. Should also prevent the extension from going inactive. This version requires more permissions so you will have to re-enable the extension. The new permission simply allows the extension to access the download shelf.
* Versions 2.1.1 & 2.1.2 - Misc. bug fixes
* Version 2.1.3 - Clear download list along with hiding the download shelf.
* Version 2.1.4 - Fix issue with multiple downloads
* Version 2.1.5 - Removed download shelf permission; Updated manifest to version 3

The source for this extension can be found at https://github.com/tsuliwaensis/AlwaysClear
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This Google Chrome extension makes up for the fact that Chrome does not have an option to keep its download list clear at all times. You can clear the downloads list yourself by hand, but Chrome currently doesn't have an option to automatically clear it for you. This extension does it for you automatically.

This extension works in a very simple way: Every five seconds, the downloads list is cleared out for you. Don't worry, the files you downloaded are still there, and in-progress downloads are not harmed. Chrome's internal list simply gets cleaned up for you every five seconds.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "description": "A Google Chrome Extension to always clear the downloads list of all completed downloads.", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Always Clear Downloads 2", "page_action": { "default_icon": { "128": "AlwaysClearDownloads.png", "16": "AlwaysClearDownloads.png", "32": "AlwaysClearDownloads.png", "48": "AlwaysClearDownloads.png" } }, "permissions": [ "downloads" ], "version": "2.1.5"}
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How to download and manually install Always Clear Downloads 2 extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Always Clear Downloads 2 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 Always Clear Downloads 2 extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Always Clear Downloads 2 extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Always Clear Downloads 2 extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Always Clear Downloads 2 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 Always Clear Downloads 2 Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Always Clear Downloads 2 extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Always Clear Downloads 2 extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Always Clear Downloads 2 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 Always Clear Downloads 2 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 Always Clear Downloads 2 extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Always Clear Downloads 2 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 Always Clear Downloads 2 extension file

Select and download the Always Clear Downloads 2 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 Always Clear Downloads 2 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 Always Clear Downloads 2 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 Always Clear Downloads 2 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 Always Clear Downloads 2 extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Alan Welsh (ID: 0000006f4ba4ac2a) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 06/13/2023 Pretty good, but would be better if we could adjust the delay.

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Reese N (ID: 000000a1b20a7446) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/23/2023 Does exactly what it should - closes the download shelf a second after downloads finish. It's actually absurd that an extension is needed and this isn't a normal feature of Chrome, but at least this add-on does the job!

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Björn BC (ID: 000000cd127074f9) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/12/2023 Does what it says. And the problem Davy mentioned on Sep 6, 2019 seem to be fixed.

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Daichi G (ID: 000000dc39d381f2) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/02/2022 資料集め、壁紙集め、夕飯集め全てに最早これが必須の最高の機能。

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骸骨 (ID: 000000e5b2713f49) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 06/18/2022 時々消えない事があるので修正をお願いします。