This extension captures the audio on the current tab and saves the output file on your computer when the capture is complete

Latest Version

Version
2.20
Update
December 10, 2024
Size
672KiB
Developer
Category
Users
700,000+
Rating
4.33499 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
TabCapture
Downloads
Offscreen
Storage
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Chrome Audio Capture Extension

Record any tab into a MP3 which you can download. New and improved version 2 which conforms to Google's best practices. Give it a try!

Chrome Audio Capture is a Chrome extension that allows users to record any audio playing on the current tab. Multiple tabs can be recorded simultaneously. Recordings can be saved as either .mp3 or .wav files. Users will have the option to mute tabs that are currently being recorded.

To begin recording on a tab simply click on the extension icon and use the interface or hotkeys to start and stop the recording. Once the recording is stopped or when the time limit is reached, a new tab will be opened for you to save and name your audio file. Make sure to save your file before closing the tab, otherwise the file will be lost! Check the options page for different output file formats and other features!

If you enjoyed the extension, please leave a review on the extension page! Please report any bugs or suggestions using the support tab of the extension page.

Note: Currently recordings are limited to 60 minutes due to Chrome memory constraints but you can safely bump it to 1.5 or 2 hours. Beyond that it will run out of memory in Chrome and stop abruptly. Sorry, this is a Chrome limitation.

BONUS: Webinar audio and video are now one click easy to record! When viewing certain webinar pages a RECORD button may be available making it a snap to record the webinar and have the video sent to you afterwards. Never miss another webinar or meeting. For cloud recording (which does not use your computer) a subscription service from Zoomcorder is required. Local recording is always free. Also webinar recommendations may appear on certain video meeting pages for high quality webinars from Meeting TV.

Version History:

version 2.10 - Fixed recording sometimes not working with inactive windows.

version 2.6 - Able to download file as date, added error handling for download button.

version 2.5 - Fixed a bug with downloading.

version 2.4 - Fixed visual bugs, increased capture time limit.

version 2.2 - Fixing some bugs with completion on Windows. Fix the time limit not being removed. Changing the start hotkeys back to ctrl shift S on windows, cmd shift S on mac

version 2.1 - Bug fixes with timer.

version 2.0 - Updated to conform to Chrome's best practices (manifest 3).

version 1.1.1 - Some fixes improvements

version 1.1.0 - The long awaited MP3 update! Along with other new features and improvements

version 1.0.6 - Various bug fixes and better hotkey display

version 1.0.5 - Fixed keyboard shortcuts mac

version 1.0.3 - Reduced max capture time to 20 minutes. Bug fixes.

version 1.0.2 - Added timeout function, set max capture time to 25 minutes. Disabled recording on YouTube due to copyright.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Chrome Audio Capture", "description": "This extension captures the audio on the current tab and saves the output file on your computer when the capture is complete", "version": "2.20", "icons": { "128": "icon.png" }, "options_page": "options.html", "background": { "service_worker": "service_worker.js" }, "permissions": [ "tabCapture", "downloads", "offscreen", "storage" ], "host_permissions": [ ""], "commands": { "start": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Ctrl+Shift+S", "mac": "Command+Shift+S" }, "description": "Start Capture" }, "stop": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Ctrl+Shift+X", "mac": "Command+Shift+X" }, "description": "Stop Capture" } }, "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": ["/images/record.png", "/images/recimage.png", "/images/howto.jpg", "images/8.gif"], "matches": [""] } ], "content_scripts": [ { "css":["styles.css"], "matches": [""], "js": [ "main.js" ] } ], "action": { "default_icon": "icon.png", "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_title": "Open Chrome Audio Capture interface" }, "content_security_policy": {"extension_pages": "script-src 'self'; object-src 'self'"}}
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How to download and manually install Chrome Audio Capture extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Chrome Audio Capture extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install Chrome Audio Capture 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 Chrome Audio Capture extension file

Select and download the Chrome Audio Capture 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 Chrome Audio Capture 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 Chrome Audio Capture 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 Chrome Audio Capture 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 Chrome Audio Capture extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Brian (ID: 00000054898c3b84) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/06/2024 even though it warns not to disable the 20 mins record to be unlimited, i've had no issues at all recording audio over 1 hr. great lil app.

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Claude BLAKE (ID: 0000005632467bd6) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 06/27/2024 Great app ! Easy to use. Unless limited to 20 min, but fit to 95% of what I needed. Easy to record any sound from your computer. I recommend it !

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Carol Hill (ID: 00000001257b6df8) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/17/2024 Love this extension. Really easy to use. Wish it could do a slightly longer capture.

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Sule Sutisna (ID: 000000c956e01dc3) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/12/2024 super super super exelent

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PRONAB KUMAR MAJUMDER (ID: 000000abe8667271) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/10/2024 excellent.