A Shortcut to Google Maps, but Rich and Beautiful.

Latest Version

Version
1.8.16
Update
December 8, 2024
Size
532KiB
Developer
Category
Users
821
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
中文 (繁體)
日本語
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Permissions
ActiveTab
ContextMenus
Storage
Scripting
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The Maps Express Extension

Search and save locations effortlessly with The Maps Express, experiencing rapid integration and minimal workflow disruption.

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FEATURES
❇️ Quick Search: Use the shortcut (Ctrl+Shift+S / ⌘+⇧+S) or right-click highlighted text for quick searches, ideal for reading web pages.
❇️ Search Bar: Use the shortcut (Alt+Shift+S / ⌥+⇧+S) or click to open the extension, ideal for watching videos.
❇️ Search History: Saves up to 10 locations for quick redirection to Google Maps.
❇️ Favorite List: Click the plus icon in the search history to save. Import or export favorites as needed.
❇️ Delete Mode: Simply check and delete items.
❇️ Place Summary: Set up the API key to summarize the locations on the current page. The results will be preserved and automatically cleared after 1 day.
❇️ Auto-attach Link: Attach a map link to all locations on any website with one shortcut (Alt+S / ⌥+S).

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TROUBLESHOOTING
❇️ How can I adjust the keyboard shortcuts if they don't work or conflict with other functions' shortcuts?
▶️ You can use the hyperlinks on the extension's \"Hints\" page, or follow these steps to customize the shortcuts in your browser:
1️⃣ Locate the \"Manage extensions\" page (may vary depending on the browser)
2️⃣ Select \"Keyboard shortcuts\"
3️⃣ Click the input field and press the shortcut
4️⃣ For some browsers, you may need to change the scope to \"Global\"

❇️ How to Apply for a Gemini API Key (1 min):
▶️ Google AI Studio > Sign In > Consent to Legal Notice & Continue > Get API key > Create API key > Create API key in new project > Copy

❇️ Are there usage limits for the Gemini Summary feature?
▶️ According to the latest plan information from Google AI Studio, the Gemini (1.5 Flash) API free tier allows 15 requests per minute, 1,500 requests per day, and up to 1 million tokens per minute.

❇️ Will my personal records or API key be leaked?
▶️ No, all information is stored locally in your browser. As recommended by Google AI Studio, always use your API keys securely.

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IMPORTANT CHANGELOG
❇️ 1.8.11 Added list height resizing feature
❇️ 1.8.0 Added AI premium feature
❇️ 1.7.0 Detached the extension pop-up into a floating iframe
❇️ 1.6.0 Renamed extension to \"The Maps Express\"
❇️ 1.5.12 Added disambiguating terms to summary results
❇️ 1.5.1 Added Japanese language support
❇️ 1.5.0 Added location summary feature powered by Google's Gemini AI
❇️ 1.4.7 Fixed the early firing issue when using the Chinese input method in the search bar on macOS and Linux
❇️ 1.4.2 Added Chinese language support

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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "The Maps Express", "version": "1.8.16", "description": "A Shortcut to Google Maps, but Rich and Beautiful.", "icons": { "16": "images/icon-16.png", "32": "images/icon-32.png", "48": "images/icon-48.png", "128": "images/icon-128.png" }, "action": { "default_title": "Click to turn on/off", "default_icon": { "16": "images/icon-16.png", "32": "images/icon-32.png", "48": "images/icon-48.png", "128": "images/icon-128.png" } }, "permissions": [ "activeTab", "contextMenus", "storage", "scripting" ], "background": { "service_worker": "dist/background.js" }, "commands": { "run-search": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Ctrl+Shift+S", "mac": "Command+Shift+S" }, "description": "Search by The Maps Express" }, "_execute_action": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Alt+Shift+S", "mac": "Alt+Shift+S" }, "description": "Start the extension" }, "auto-attach": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Alt+S", "mac": "Alt+S" }, "description": "Auto-attach links on page" } }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [""], "js": ["dist/contentScript.js", "dist/ExtPay.js"], "css": ["css/iframe.css"] } ], "default_locale": "en", "host_permissions": [ "https://generativelanguage.googleapis.com/*", "https://extensionpay.com/*" ], "web_accessible_resources": [ { "matches": [""], "resources": ["popup.html", "css/iframe.css", "dist/inject.js", "dist/ejectLite.js", "dist/checkStatus.js"] } ]}
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How to download and manually install The Maps Express extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download The Maps Express extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a The Maps Express 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 The Maps Express Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install The Maps Express 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 The Maps Express extension file

Select and download the The Maps Express 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 The Maps Express 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 The Maps Express 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 The Maps Express 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 The Maps Express extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Wan Yi Lin (ID: 00000097bb41c744) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 04/22/2023 搜尋步驟減少很多~超讚! 感覺很像手機直接跳轉到 google map

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林小瑾 (ID: 0000003cf1628733) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 04/18/2023 超級實用的擴充功能!