View definitions easily as you browse the web.
Google Dictionary (by Google) Extension
- The pop-up bubble will not work in tabs that were open prior to installation. After installing this extension, either reload your open tabs or restart Chrome.
- Note that all extensions are disabled on Chrome Web Store pages (including this one). Do not test the extension on this page; it will not work!
- If the extension is not working for you, please make sure it's up to date. Visit chrome://extensions/, click the \"Update extensions now\" button, then restart Chrome.
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With this extension, you can:
1) Double-click any word to view its definition in a small pop-up bubble.
2) View the complete definition of any word or phrase using the toolbar dictionary.
3) Store a history of words you've looked up, so you can practice them later.
Foreign words are automatically translated to your language of choice.
Supported dictionaries:
- Arabic
- Brazilian Portuguese
- Chinese (Simplified)
- Chinese (Traditional)
- Czech
- Dutch
- English (UK)
- English (US)
- French
- German
- Hindi
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Russian
- Slovak
- Spanish
- Turkish
If you opt in (via the options page), this extension will store a history of all your looked-up words and their definitions. You can download this history as a CSV file at any time. In addition, you can allow other Chrome extensions to access this history. For example, a third-party extension could produce flashcards to help you practice words you've looked up before.
By installing this extension, you agree to the Terms of Service: https://www.google.com/policies/terms
Having problems with this extension? If the suggestions above didn't work, please fill out a problem report: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/support/mgijmajocgfcbeboacabfgobmjgjcoja
Source Manifest.json
How to download and manually install Google Dictionary (by Google) extension for Chrome
Looking for a way to install Google Dictionary (by Google) 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 Google Dictionary (by Google) extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Google Dictionary (by Google) extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.
Method 1: Download Google Dictionary (by Google) extension and manually install through Drag &Drop
If you ever need to manually install a Google Dictionary (by Google) 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 Google Dictionary (by Google) Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.
Look for the Google Dictionary (by Google) extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Google Dictionary (by Google) extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Google Dictionary (by Google) 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 Google Dictionary (by Google) 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 Google Dictionary (by Google) extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode
This is another method to install Google Dictionary (by Google) 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 Google Dictionary (by Google) extension file
Select and download the Google Dictionary (by Google) 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 Google Dictionary (by Google) 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 Google Dictionary (by Google) 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 Google Dictionary (by Google) 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 Google Dictionary (by Google) extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.
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