An extension to enhance Brightspace LMS with dark mode, themes and some extra features.

Latest Version

Version
1.3
Update
August 7, 2024
Size
145KiB
Developer
Category
Users
209
Rating
4 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
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D2L++ Extension

Enhance your Brightspace LMS experience with D2L++, the powerful Chrome extension that decorates themes, enables features, and gives it a new elegant look.

Brightspace LMS is a learning management system that is common in many higher learning institutions. D2L++ comes with multiple themes and advanced features to give you a pleasurable and more personalized learning experience.

✅ CUSTOMIZABLE DARK MODE
Change the theme to dark to save your eye from fatigue, especially at night. There are already pre-designed themes available for you: Cyberpunk, Midnight, Mystic Blue, Royal Purple— a variety of dark themes to play with.

✅ FULL WIDTH
Expand content area for a more immersive view, maximizing your use of screen space.

✅ REPLACE D2L LOGO
Customize the platform more by replacing the standard logo with your very own D2L++ logo.

✅ BANNER BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
Brightness of course banners can be adjusted according to personal viewing preference for maximum visibility and comfort.

✅ REMOVE BANNERS
Decide to hide the banners for a cleaner, more distraction-free interface that helps you keep your mind focused on what really matters.

✅ SUPPORT FOR MULTIPLE INSTITUTIONS
Created for use in Brightspace LMS platforms, including those of other institutions.

✅ AND EVEN MORE
You can anticipate exciting new improvements that will continuously serve to further elevate your LMS experience with more enhancements and more customization options coming!

If you would like to contribute or learn more about the extension, you can join the Discord server or email me at [email protected].
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "D2L++", "version": "1.3", "description": "An extension to enhance Brightspace LMS with dark mode, themes and some extra features.", "author": "Azaz", "permissions": [ "storage" ], "action": { "default_popup": "html/popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" } }, "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" }, "options_page": "html/options.html", "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "*://*/d2l/*" ], "js": [ "js/content.js", "js/background.js", "js/popup.js", "js/options.js" ], "run_at": "document_end", "all_frames": true } ], "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": [ "images/*", "css/themes/*" ], "matches": [""] } ], "background": { "service_worker": "js/background.js" }}
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How to download and manually install D2L++ extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install D2L++ 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 D2L++ extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install D2L++ extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download D2L++ extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a D2L++ 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 D2L++ Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the D2L++ extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the D2L++ extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for D2L++ 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 D2L++ 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 D2L++ extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install D2L++ 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 D2L++ extension file

Select and download the D2L++ 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 D2L++ 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 D2L++ 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 D2L++ 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 D2L++ extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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