Experience a snowstorm effect with falling snow on your page. Transform it into a winter wonderland with snowflakes.

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October 5, 2024
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Snow for Google Chrome Extension

Snow is a lightweight and customizable browser extension that brings a delightful winter snow effect to your browsing experience. With this browser extension, you can create a serene snowfall effect on any web page, tailoring it to your preferences. Whether you are looking to enhance your holiday spirit, create a snowstorm, or simply enjoy a calming visual, Snow is designed to offer a magical and interactive experience with just a few clicks. Install today and let it snow on your current page.

Snow is perfect for users who love a touch of personalization in their browsing environment, including holiday enthusiasts, winter lovers, or anyone seeking a serene atmosphere. With options to fine-tune the amount of snowfall and wind direction, you have complete control over the ambiance. Snow integrates seamlessly into your browser without affecting performance, allowing you to enjoy a virtual winter wonderland while staying productive.

Inspired by two of the most iconic Christmas songs: Mariah Carey’s 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' and Bing Crosby’s 'White Christmas.' Whether you're dreaming of a white Christmas or jamming out to festive tunes, our browser extension transforms your browser into a winter wonderland.

Browser extension features:
◆ Customizable Snow Color:
Choose a single snow color or let it randomly change with each flake.
◆ Snowflake Styles:
Select between classic snowflakes or simple dots for a minimalist look.
◆ Adjustable Size and Speed:
Change the size of the snowflakes and control how fast they fall.
◆ Accumulation Option:
Allow snow to gather at the bottom of the page for a cozy, snowy scene.
◆ Wind Direction:
Enable snow to follow the wind direction based on your mouse movement.
◆ Flexible Snow Amount:
Control how much snow fills your screen for a subtle or heavy snowfall effect.
◆ Customizable Icon:
Choose from white, black, blue, red, yellow, or green icons to match your browser theme.
◆ Define custom keyboard combinations to activate the snow function
◆ Support for Dark Mode

Why Snow is the Best Browser Extension for Winter Themes:
◆ No Impact on Performance:
Snow operates smoothly without slowing down your browsing or computer speed.
◆ Perfect for Holiday & Christmas Themes:
Whether it is for the winter holidays or Christmas, Snow adds that festive touch to any web page.
◆ Great for Relaxation:
Enjoy a peaceful, calming ambiance as you browse the web.

Project Information:
https://www.stefanvd.net/project/snow/browser-extension

Required Permissions:
◆ \"contextMenus\": This is to add the \"Snow the current web page\" menu item in the web browser context menu.
◆ \"activeTab\": Allow the snow function to be accessible on the currently visible tab page.
◆ \"storage\": Save settings locally and sync with your web browser account.

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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx","manifest_version": 3,"short_name": "__MSG_name__","homepage_url": "https://www.stefanvd.net/support/","description": "__MSG_description__","author": "Stefan vd","icons": {"16": "images/icon16.png","24": "images/icon24.png","32": "images/icon32.png","48": "images/icon48.png","96": "images/icon96.png","128": "images/icon128.png"},"default_locale": "en","content_security_policy": {"extension_pages": "default-src 'none'; style-src 'self'; media-src https://www.stefanvd.net; frame-src https://www.youtube.com https://www.stefanvd.net; connect-src https://www.stefanvd.net; script-src 'self'; img-src 'self' https://www.stefanvd.net * data:; object-src 'none'"},"options_ui": {"page": "options.html","open_in_tab": true},"version": "2.0.1","name": "__MSG_namechrome__","action": {"default_icon": {"19": "images/icon19.png","38": "images/icon38.png"},"default_title": "__MSG_name__","default_popup": "popup.html"},"background": {"service_worker": "scripts/background.js"},"commands": {"_execute_action": {"suggested_key": {"default": "Ctrl+Shift+M","mac": "MacCtrl+Shift+M"}},"toggle-feature-snow": {"suggested_key": {"default": "Ctrl+Shift+W","mac": "MacCtrl+Shift+W"},"description": "__MSG_titelshortsnow__"}},"content_scripts": [{"matches": ["http://*/*","https://*/*"],"js": ["scripts/constants.js","scripts/snowstorm.js"]}],"offline_enabled": true,"minimum_chrome_version": "116","permissions": ["activeTab","storage","contextMenus"]}
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How to download and manually install Snow for Google Chrome extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Snow for Google Chrome extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Snow for Google Chrome 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 Snow for Google Chrome Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Snow for Google Chrome 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 Snow for Google Chrome extension file

Select and download the Snow for Google Chrome 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 Snow for Google Chrome 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 Snow for Google Chrome 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 Snow for Google Chrome 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 Snow for Google Chrome extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Odell Sanders (ID: 000000488b835118) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/27/2022 I aboutlautley love it!!!! it will sow atuamaticley without having to do anything, and it is suble, but noticable!! thank you!

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Jakob Eckardt (ID: 0000006f646b01ea) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/31/2021 Really hope it's gonna snow when I click enter

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Ry B (ID: 0000005c773f51bc) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 08/30/2021 Fun fact: The snow particles are actually bullet points. I wish it was more of an on/off toggle though.

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Narges / Amir (ID: 000000217bd092d9) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 12/11/2020 Waste Of Time

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huawu xiaoyu (ID: 000000005fae6569) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 07/05/2020 说实话,雪花做的并不是很完美,但是真的不错,尤其是女孩子使用的话。好评