Give a clean and modern look to your default Chrome homepage

Latest Version

Version
1.7.5
Update
December 14, 2019
Size
3.99MiB
Developer
orbitelite.github.io
Category
Users
65
Rating
4.53333 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
ActiveTab
Storage
Geolocation
ContextMenus
Https://fcc-weather-api.glitch.me
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Orbit Newtab Extension

**WARNING**
This extension is no longer supported by Orbit Projects, though there is its hotter younger cousin: Everest. Go to this link to access this overhauled version of this amazing extension - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/everest/eemihbgpilllfcbhnhkobfgklfpdiiad

Replace new tab page with a personal dashboard featuring to-do, weather, and RSS feeds.

New Tab page that gives you visually appealing and functional environment. Eliminate undone tasks with your to-dos saved on every new tab. Get inspired to create the chrome atmosphere you've always dreamed of! Something missing? Join our community discord server at https://discord.gg/FBhf34M to suggest any improvements. Visit our website at https://orbitprojects.github.io/

FEATURES

• See the time and date
• Customize font and color themes
• Add your own background photos
• Keep track of tasks with To-do list
• See the weather and forecast
• Links? No problem. Speed dials for quick access to your favorite sites
• Have it your way with custom search engines
• News reports with RSS Feeds
And MORE!


ABOUT PERMISSIONS

Location - Automatic weather setup only

We recognize that location sharing is a concern for many people (ourselves included) and it is a responsibility we take very seriously. We do not use any of this information nor do we share it. We are only 13 years old, what would we do with it anyway?

HELP & SUGGESTIONS
Help Center & Suggestions https://discord.gg/FBhf34M

GET IN TOUCH
Email us at [email protected]
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/orbitprojects.official/
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 2, "name": "Orbit Newtab", "short_name": "Orbit", "description": "Give a clean and modern look to your default Chrome homepage", "version": "1.7.5", "chrome_url_overrides": { "newtab": "orbit-elite/index.html" }, "icons": { "128": "icon.png" }, "browser_action": { "default_icon": "icon.png", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "permissions": ["activeTab", "storage", "geolocation", "contextMenus", "https://fcc-weather-api.glitch.me"], "background": { "scripts": ["background.js"] }, "content_security_policy": "script-src 'self' https://rss.bloople.net; object-src;"}
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How to download and manually install Orbit Newtab extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Orbit Newtab extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install Orbit Newtab 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 Orbit Newtab extension file

Select and download the Orbit Newtab 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 Orbit Newtab 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 Orbit Newtab 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 Orbit Newtab 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 Orbit Newtab extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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