Go beyond basic definitions - instantly find the correct definition/pronunciation and receive a personalized explanation.

Latest Version

Version
1.5
Update
November 20, 2023
Size
362KiB
Developer
explain-selected.com
Category
Users
80
Rating
3.66667 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Storage
Offscreen
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Explain Selected Extension

Explain Selected uses ChatGPT to instantly find the relevant Merriam-Webster Dictionary definitions and audio pronunciation, based on how a word is used. It also provides personalized explanations for anything you read online, from slang to technical terms.

Simply (1) select any word or phrase on a web page, (2) click the purple circle that appears.

You can also save selections you want to memorize to you personal list. Or, share selections with friends!

Explain Selected is particularly helpful for words with multiple meanings. Take the word \"pounds\", for example. Does it refer to a weight, an action, or perhaps the British currency? Unlike other dictionary applications, Explain Selected will figure out which meaning is relevant using contextual disambiguation, intelligently inferring which meaning is being used.

We hope it helps you!

NOTE: This extension will not work in tabs that were open prior to installing this extension. After installing, please refresh these tabs to use the extension. Additionally, no extensions will work on Chrome Web Store pages (including this page).
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Explain Selected extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Explain Selected extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install Explain Selected 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 Explain Selected extension file

Select and download the Explain Selected 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 Explain Selected 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 Explain Selected 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 Explain Selected 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 Explain Selected extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Steven Hao (ID: 0000006115bedb5e) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/05/2023 Very helpful for browsing the web. The explanations are both clear and concise, and it's much more convenient than googling stuff in a separate tab.