Turn those websites gray.

Latest Version

Version
1.2.2
Update
March 26, 2018
Size
6.52KiB
Developer
Category
Users
209
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
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Cloudy Extension

Whether you're trying to minimise the draw of time-wasting websites or just looking for a little less color in your internet experience, Cloudy could just be the right Chrome Extension for you.

With Cloudy you can select the websites you want it to run in, and the websites you don't, giving you the ability to customise Cloudy to your unique needs. And with just a simple click of the Cloudy icon, Cloudy can be paused, bringing everything back to full color exactly when you need it.

Best of all, Cloudy is completely free...and always will be. Enjoy!

Latest changes in version 1.2.2:
- Fixed 'Not running by default' bug.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Cloudy", "short_name": "Cloudy", "description": "Turn those websites gray.", "version": "1.2.2", "author": "Andy Morgan", "permissions": [ "activeTab", "storage"],"background": { "scripts": ["background.js"], "persistent": false}, "browser_action": { "default_icon": "images/icon_24.png", "default_title": "Cloudy" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": ["http://*/*", "https://*/*"], "js": ["content.js"], "run_at": "document_start" } ], "options_page": "options.html", "options_ui": { "page": "options.html", "chrome_style": true, "open_in_tab": true }, "manifest_version": 2}
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How to download and manually install Cloudy extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Cloudy 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 Cloudy extension file

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

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User reviews

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senosro “UnderD” were taked (ID: 000000f88e7c7de2) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/21/2023 Doesn't work for me but if it works for you 10/10 extension

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Orion's Philosophy (ID: 000000013af23d97) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 07/10/2022 Hey, I love this extension it helps me to reduce my screen time on sites like discord, reddit, etc. however I was using it on YouTube music but I noticed the progress bar was weird, other than that it's a amazing extension for productivity

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Matt Zerfas (ID: 000000cba74e5513) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 04/19/2018 I tried 4-5 browser grayscale extensions; Cloudy wins so far! If the developer addresses the fullscreen video issue (w/ amazon, youtube, and virtually all other fullscreen video) then Cloudy will easily be the best.