FastBook VIN Finder Chrome Extension

Latest Version

Version
2.1.6
Update
December 5, 2024
Size
99.91KiB
Developer
Category
Users
2,000+
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
ContextMenus
Storage
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FastBook VIN Finder Extension

12/4/24 Release Notes V 2.1.6 - All users using Valuator X version. Enabled extension to work on more Dealerslink pages.

11/12/24 Release Notes V 2.1.5 - Default users to Valuator X version.

9/30/24 Release Notes V 2.1.4 - Added Extension Options page to allow users to opt into using new Valuator X version when booking out a vehicle.

8/21/24 Release Notes V 2.1.3 - Update \"Open New Tab\" book outs to direct users to Valuator X

8/12/24 Release Notes V 2.1.2 - Support for Dealerslink For Sale By Owner vehicles

6/27/24 Release Notes V 2.1.1 - Update FastBook Branding

10/21/22 Release Notes V 2.1.0 - Updated to Manifest v3

8/29/22 Release Notes: V 2.0.12 - Mileage support for Dealerslink approved pages.

7/15/21 Release Notes: V 2.0.11 - Support for Dealerslink Auction Search

6/16/21 Release Notes: V 2.0.10 - Fix UI blemish on manheim.com/members website

3/12/21 Release Notes: V 2.0.9 - Support for Smart Auction (Legacy). Support for right-click booking in side panel.

2/23/21 Release Notes: V 2.0.8 - Support for Smart Auction

1/11/21 Release Notes: V 2.0.7 - Support for TradeRev

11/17/20 Release Notes: V 2.0.6 - Support for DealersLink OEM Spec Sheets

8/17/20 Release Notes: V 2.0.5 - Support for Manheim

8/14/20 Release Notes: V 2.0.4 - Support for Auction Run Lists

6/12/20 Release Notes: V 2.0.3 - Added support for EdgePipeline, EBlock and ACV Auctions

3/11/20 Release Notes: V 1.2.5 - UI updates and bug fixes.

1/15/20 Release Notes: V 1.2.4 - This update addresses a performance issue.

12/3/19 Release Notes: V 1.2.3 - Minor update to add support for CarGurus website.

11/7/19 Release Notes: V 1.2.2 - Minor update to prevent session conflicts.

5/28/19 Release Notes: V 1.2.1 - Minor update to improve development / debugging process.

5/22/19 Release Notes: V 1.2.0 - Added the currently logged in user in booking panel header.

4/29/19 Release Notes: V 1.1.0 - Added booking options menu when hovering over FastBook icon (Copy VIN, New Tab, Book It). Clicking VIN text opens booking side panel. Double clicking VIN text simply selects VIN to make it easier to copy the VIN. UX improvements to prevent side panel from overlapping website content.

4/22/19 Release Notes: V 1.0.0 - Added quick booking side panel for added convenience.

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Dealerslink's FastBook VIN Finder Chrome extension is the latest advancement in our suite of dealership booking tools to help dealers be more efficient when researching vehicle values.

With the extension, users will be able to quickly identify VINs on screen and push the VIN to FastBook with the click of a button. This allows the tool to be useful in multiple online Dealer environments including any online auction site and OEM lease return sites.

Lastly, the tool will allow sales people and appraisers to push VINs in any web based CRM or DMS while in viewing in Chrome.

Performance Manager, Matt Childers said, “This is a huge step forward in efficiency of the store and could eliminate the need for additional auction tools that dealers have traditional spent thousands of dollars on in the past.\"
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install FastBook VIN Finder extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download FastBook VIN Finder extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a FastBook VIN Finder 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 FastBook VIN Finder Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install FastBook VIN Finder 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 FastBook VIN Finder extension file

Select and download the FastBook VIN Finder 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 FastBook VIN Finder 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 FastBook VIN Finder 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 FastBook VIN Finder 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 FastBook VIN Finder extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Devon Peterson (ID: 00000063ad28ef03) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/15/2020 Over the top amazing. DealersLink is the BOMB!!

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John Hatfield (ID: 00000011703df38a) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/01/2019 This isn't your grandpa's VIN booking tool!! Wow, copy and paste is gone forever.

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Jake Silveira (ID: 000000cab2c24170) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/01/2019 When it comes to online auctions, no better way to easily book your cars than to simply click the VIN on the site and have your booking module pop up right on the same page. Game changer!

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Matt Childers (ID: 000000b72721fbcf) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/07/2019 Easy tool for booking out cars in multiple websites. Thanks!