Help yourself focus by blocking time-wasting websites!

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Version
1.0.0
Update
July 10, 2023
Size
315KiB
Developer
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Users
19
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Hocus Focus Extension

Hocus Focus is a powerful productivity extension designed to help you regain control of your time, stay focused, and increase your productivity. Say goodbye to distractions and hello to enhanced focus with this essential tool.

Features:
• Block Distracting Websites: Take charge of your browsing habits by avoiding time-wasting websites that hinder your productivity. Simply add the domains you want to avoid, and Hocus Focus will prevent you from seeing their content during your dedicated work or study sessions.

• Motivational Quotes: Get inspired and motivated with a collection of carefully curated quotes from notable personalities. Each time you encounter a block page, a new quote will greet you, empowering you to refocus on your goals and make the most of your time.

• User-Friendly Interface: Hocus Focus features an intuitive and user-friendly interface, making it easy to manage your distracting domains, adjust settings, and track your progress. Stay in control and stay productive effortlessly.

• Seamless Integration: Hocus Focus seamlessly integrates into your browsing experience, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted workflow. Enjoy its benefits across various websites and platforms, whether you're working on important projects, studying, or engaging in deep work sessions.

Boost your productivity, eliminate distractions, and unlock your full potential with Hocus Focus. Take charge of your time, stay focused, and accomplish more with this essential productivity tool.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Hocus Focus", "version": "1.0.0", "description": "Help yourself focus by blocking time-wasting websites!", "options_page": "html/options.html", "icons": { "16": "resources/img/icon-16.png", "32": "resources/img/icon-32.png", "48": "resources/img/icon-48.png", "128": "resources/img/icon-128.png" }, "action": { "default_icon": { "16": "resources/img/icon-16.png", "32": "resources/img/icon-32.png", "48": "resources/img/icon-48.png", "128": "resources/img/icon-128.png" }, "default_title": "Hocus Focus", "default_popup": "html/popup.html" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [""], "js": ["scripts/content.js"] } ], "permissions": [ "storage" ], "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": [ "resources/json/*" ], "matches": [ "" ] } ]}
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How to download and manually install Hocus Focus extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Hocus Focus 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 Hocus Focus extension file

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

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User reviews

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Alessandro Bettinzana (ID: 000000daf7068523) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 07/11/2023 One of the most useful extensions I have ever used. In its simplicity it is extremely effective in helping me to never lose focus, I recommend it to everyone!

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Matteo Martani (ID: 000000a712adbc8d) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 07/11/2023 amazing!