A Chrome plugin to display Outlook unread messages count on the tab.

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Version
3.0
Update
May 10, 2024
Size
18.04KiB
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Users
766
Rating
2.8 ★
Manifest Version
3
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Unread count for Outlook Extension

Just displays the Outlook unread count directly on the tab.
No setting required.
Supports multiple Outlook accounts opened in multiple tabs.

Once the plugin installed, just refresh the tab in order to see the unread count.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Unread count for Outlook", "manifest_version": 3, "version": "3.0", "description": "A Chrome plugin to display Outlook unread messages count on the tab.", "icons": { "128": "icon.png" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "https://*/owa/*", "https://*.outlook.com/*", "https://outlook.live.com/*", "https://*.office.com/*", "https://*/mail/inbox*" ], "js": [ "favico-0.3.10.min.js", "unread-count-for-outlook.js" ] } ], "host_permissions": [ "https://*/owa/*", "https://*.outlook.com/*", "https://outlook.live.com/*", "https://*.office.com/*", "https://*/mail/inbox*" ]}
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How to download and manually install Unread count for Outlook extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Unread count for Outlook extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Unread count for Outlook 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 Unread count for Outlook Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Unread count for Outlook 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 Unread count for Outlook extension file

Select and download the Unread count for Outlook 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 Unread count for Outlook 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 Unread count for Outlook 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 Unread count for Outlook 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 Unread count for Outlook extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Jordan Tilley (ID: 000000783316b723) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/23/2023 Just installed, and as soon as I refreshed my outlook page, it worked I have number badges now!

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Anibal Ardid (ID: 000000357b01042c) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/07/2021 works perfect !

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Michiel (ID: 0000001e74d0f079) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 10/08/2020 Very cool and handy, however if possible you should exclude junk and deleted items folders :)

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Ben Dev (ID: 0000002b8e64cb01) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 04/14/2020 Doesn't work, unfortunately...

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S West (ID: 000000ad0fb2944d) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 04/11/2020 No way to enter the login datas.... no help ...so it doesnt work