Activate this extension to instantly mute tab sounds in your google chrome browser

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Version
1.0.0
Update
October 23, 2024
Size
20.17KiB
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Users
20
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
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Tab Muter Extension

Tired of disruptive sounds coming from Chrome tabs? Tab Muter is here to help! This Google Chrome extension allows you to mute individual tabs instantly, without the hassle of adjusting your system volume. Whether it's auto-playing videos, ads, or background audio, Tab Muter gives you control to make your browsing experience quieter and more focused.


Key Features

One-Click Mute: Quickly mute or unmute tabs without switching windows.

Tab-Specific Control: Silence only the active tab while other tabs remain unaffected.

Mute All Tabs: Option to mute all open tabs at once for uninterrupted browsing.

Lightweight & Fast: Won’t slow down your browser like other extensions.


How to Use in Simple Steps

Install the Extension:
Visit the Chrome Web Store, search for \"Tab Muter,\" click \"Add to Chrome,\" and follow the prompts.

Activate Tab Muter:
After installation, the Tab Muter icon will appear in the Chrome toolbar. Click the icon to enable it.

Mute a Tab:
Click the Tab Muter icon to choose \"Mute Tab\" or \"Mute All Tabs.\" To unmute a specific tab, navigate to that tab and click the icon again.

Unmute When Needed:
To restore sound, click the icon, and audio playback will resume instantly.


Why It Is Useful

Tab Muter is especially useful when working with tabs that have sound. Whether you’re on a call, studying, or casually browsing, it lets you silence a specific tab without muting everything. It helps eliminate distractions during online meetings, classes, or other productivity tasks.

Who It Is Useful For

This tool is ideal for professionals in meetings, students in online classes, or anyone who needs to stay focused. It provides precise sound control, making it a must-have for anyone who manages multiple audio-enabled tabs.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Tab Muter extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Tab Muter extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install Tab Muter 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 Tab Muter extension file

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

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