Easily switch between Google, Perplexity, Brave, and DuckDuckGo search results.

Latest Version

Version
1.2.0
Update
October 22, 2024
Size
20.24KiB
Developer
webverge.io
Category
Users
175
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave Extension

Overview

Google-Perplexity Search Switcher is a convenient Chrome extension that enhances your search experience by allowing you to seamlessly switch between Google and Perplexity search results. With a sleek, pill-shaped button integrated directly into the search pages, you can effortlessly toggle between the two search engines without the need to manually re-enter your query or navigate away.

Changelog:

Version 1.2.0 - October 23, 2024
- Added Support for DuckDuckGo

Version 1.1.0 - October 19, 2024
- Added Support for Brave Search

Version 1.0.0 - October 15, 2024
- Initial Release


Key Features

- Seamless Switching: Instantly switch between Google and Perplexity search results with a single click.

- Automatic Query Transfer: Your search query is automatically transferred between platforms—no need to copy and paste.

- Integrated Interface: A stylish, floating pill-shaped button appears on both Google and Perplexity search pages.

- User-Friendly Design: Clean and modern UI with intuitive icons representing each search engine.

- Consistent Experience: The button remains consistently accessible, enhancing your workflow without interruption.

How It Works

When you perform a search on Google, a pill-shaped button appears at the bottom right corner of the page, featuring both the Google and Perplexity icons.

The Google icon is highlighted, indicating the current platform.

Click on the Perplexity icon to switch to Perplexity.ai with the same search query automatically populated.

On Perplexity.ai, the process is mirrored:

The Perplexity icon is highlighted.

Click on the Google icon to return to Google search results for the same query.
The extension intelligently detects your current platform and search query, providing a smooth and efficient transition between the two.

Why Use Google-Perplexity Search Switcher?

- Efficiency: Save time by eliminating the need to manually re-enter search queries across different platforms.
- Enhanced Research: Easily compare results from both search engines to get a comprehensive understanding of any topic.
- User Experience: Enjoy a non-intrusive, aesthetically pleasing interface that enhances your browsing without cluttering your screen.

Permissions

- Active Tab: Needed to read the URL and extract the search query for seamless switching.
- Web Access: Access to https://www.google.com/* & https://www.perplexity.ai/* to insert the floating button.

Privacy Policy

- No Data Collection: This extension does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data.
- Local Operation: All functionalities operate locally within your browser.
- Permissions Used Solely for Functionality: Permissions are strictly used to enable the core features of the extension.

How to Use

- Install the Extension: Click on the \"Add to Chrome\" button to install the Google-Perplexity Search Switcher.

- Perform a Search: Use Google or Perplexity.ai as you normally would.
Use the Switcher:

- Look for the floating pill-shaped button at the bottom right corner of the search results page.

- The button displays both the Google and Perplexity icons.
- The icon corresponding to the current platform is highlighted.

Switch Platforms:

- Click on the non-highlighted icon to switch to the other search engine.
- Your current search query will be automatically transferred.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave", "version": "1.2.0", "description": "Easily switch between Google, Perplexity, Brave, and DuckDuckGo search results.", "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "https://www.google.com/search*", "https://www.perplexity.ai/*", "https://perplexity.ai/*", "https://search.brave.com/*", "https://duckduckgo.com/*" ], "js": ["contentScript.js"] } ], "permissions": ["activeTab", "storage"], "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": ["icons/*"], "matches": [""] } ]}
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How to download and manually install Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave 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 Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave 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 Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave 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 Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave extension file

Select and download the Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave 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 Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave 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 Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave 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 Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave 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 Search Engine Switcher: Google, Perplexity & Brave extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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