A UX principle explained every time you open a new tab.

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Version
1.1.0
Update
October 13, 2022
Size
30.91KiB
Developer
brainytab.com
Category
Users
3,000+
Rating
4.88889 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (UK)
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Permissions
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UX Principles Extension

See a UX principle explained every time you open a new tab. This extension draws on the wisdom and training of Jakob Nielsen, Bruce Tognazzini, Don Norman and other influential UX masters to help you get your UX right.

Some of these principles will be reminder to keep you on the right track but you will also learn loads; we know we did when we built it.

A practical reference for UX professionals, and a shortcut to greatness for anyone who needs a clear and wise selection of principles to guide their UX success. Learn the key principles that drive brilliant UX design.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install UX Principles extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download UX Principles extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install UX Principles 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 UX Principles extension file

Select and download the UX Principles 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 UX Principles 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 UX Principles 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 UX Principles 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 UX Principles extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Dean Brady (ID: 0000008b85df9dc7) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/27/2022 Wonderful reminders all day for UX Principles...

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Shwetabh Kumar (ID: 000000caa8fe14e6) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/11/2020 Provides a very creative way to keep learning and revisiting UX principles. Thanks for this. Best part is one does not have to take these principles on face value, there's always a source/reference link provided to gain further insights. Awesome work !!!

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Steven Yeo (ID: 00000015911e6043) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/25/2020 This is an extension that reminds and teaches principles of UX design in 2-3 concise bullet points. The design is very simple and straight to the point.

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Simon Watts (ID: 00000059caba18c7) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/14/2020 A fantastic, simple extension that serves as the perfect reminder of good UX principles with every new tab. Look forward to the future of this extension with the developer confirming more authors are coming on board! A handy tool for every day use. Thanks

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Md Nabil Ahsan (ID: 0000000e95592c6e) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/13/2020 I love this. Thank you for these nuggets of information.