Easily record your Chrome tabs for free with the Free Screen Recorder! This simple-to-use extension allows you to capture the video…

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October 9, 2024
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Screen Recorder Extension

Easily record your Chrome tabs for free with the Free Screen Recorder! This simple-to-use extension allows you to capture the video and audio of any active tab and instantly download the recording to your computer.

Key features:

Completely Free: No hidden charges or subscription fees.
High-Quality Recordings: Record your active Chrome tab in HD (720p) with both video and audio.
Quick Downloads: Download recordings directly as .webm video files.
Simple Interface: Start and stop recordings with just one click!
Privacy-Friendly: Only records the content of your selected tab, nothing else.
Whether you're creating tutorials, capturing meetings, or saving video content, the Free Screen Recorder is your go-to tool for all your screen recording needs.

Detailed Instructions:
Install the Extension: Add the Free Screen Recorder to Chrome via the Chrome Web Store.
Start Recording:
Click the extension icon in your Chrome toolbar.
In the popup window, click the Start Recording button.
The extension will capture video and audio from your active tab.
Stop Recording:
To stop, click the Stop Recording button in the popup window.
The recording will automatically be downloaded as a .webm video file to your computer.
Donate: Support the development of this free tool by donating via the PayPal link in the popup window.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Screen Recorder", "version": "1.0", "permissions": [ "tabCapture", "downloads" ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "icons": { "16": "icon16.png", "48": "icon48.png", "128": "icon128.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Screen Recorder extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Screen Recorder 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 Screen Recorder extension file

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

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