A minimal light and dark mode new tab page for Google Chrome. No external network requests. No analytics. No tracking. No bullshit.

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2.0
Update
July 16, 2023
Size
12.11KiB
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48
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
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Light and Dark New Tab Extension

A minimalistic light and dark mode new tab page for Google Chrome. No external network requests. No analytics. No tracking. No bullshit.

What?

A minimalistic new tab page replacement for Chrome. Changes between light and dark mode automatically, depending on your device's setting. This empty new tab page fades in and is easy on your eyes.

Why?

1. Default Chrome new tab page makes network requests and is cluttered with many UI elements
2. Light and Dark New Tab requires minimal system resources; everything is contained in a single HTML file; not a line of JavaScript is loaded and is lightning fast.
3. Light and Dark New Tab perfectly matches your device's setting ; it fades in perfectly with a blank new tab, that respects your choice of light or dark mode.
4. I wanted to minimize distractions and soothe my OCD.
5. I wanted to use the \"Dark New Tab\" extension across all my devices. But, I liked using light mode, and didn't like the dark grey on white look.

Suggestions for Use and Issues:

Light and Dark New Tab goes well with the default light and dark themes included with Chrome. If you are on Linux, and you want automatic light and dark mode changing such as in other platforms, like MacOS, I suggest using the latest GNOME desktop environment paired with this extension:
https://extensions.gnome.org/extension/2236/night-theme-switcher/


Source Code & Support:

I currently use this extension on Linux, using the latest GNOME. (IMPORTANT!) Chrome *will NOT* switch between light and dark mode automatically on Linux without a GNOME extension such as this:
https://extensions.gnome.org/extension/2236/night-theme-switcher/
If you have any issues using it on any other platforms, please post an issue this project's GitHub repo, linked below:
https://github.com/OperationNorthwoods/lightanddarknewtab
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Light and Dark New Tab", "icons": { "16": "lightanddarknewtab16.png", "48": "lightanddarknewtab48.png", "128": "lightanddarknewtab128.png" }, "description": "A minimal light and dark mode new tab page for Google Chrome. No external network requests. No analytics. No tracking. No bullshit.", "version": "2.0", "incognito": "split", "chrome_url_overrides": { "newtab": "lightanddarknewtab.html" }, "manifest_version": 3, "author": "Lucas", "homepage_url": "https://github.com/OperationNorthwoods/lightanddarknewtab"}
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How to download and manually install Light and Dark New Tab extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Light and Dark New Tab extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Light and Dark New Tab 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 Light and Dark New Tab Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Light and Dark New Tab 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 Light and Dark New Tab extension file

Select and download the Light and Dark New Tab 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 Light and Dark New Tab 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 Light and Dark New Tab 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 Light and Dark New Tab 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 Light and Dark New Tab extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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