Fix the slow scroll speed in Linux Chrome by setting it to the Windows value

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1.7.2
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September 7, 2021
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7,000+
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Manifest Version
2
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Linux Scroll Speed Fix Extension

# Linux Scroll Speed Fix

#### Download: [Chrome web store package](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/linux-scroll-speed-fix/mlboohjioameadaedfjcpemcaangkkbp)

## DESCRIPTION
Fixes the slow scroll speed in Chrome for Linux by emulating the Windows scroll speed when the extension detects Linux. When it detects Windows it will disable itself.

The extension also allows for custom scroll speed values in both Windows and Linux.

All settings are saved locally in the browser to not mess with syncing between different systems.

## FEATURES
- Automatic \"similar-to-Windows\" scroll speed in Linux.
- Custom scroll speed settings
- Settings are saved locally in the browser

## CHANGELOG

#### Version 1.7.2
- Fixed Outlook scrolling

#### Version 1.7.1
- Added Outlook 365 to exception list

#### Version 1.7.0
- Fixed Youtube fullscreen scroll problems
- Fixed images on Instagram not loading correctly when scrolling
- Disabled scrolling plugin on Outlook until fix is found

#### Version 1.6.9
- Made overflow fix compatible with fullscreen

#### Version 1.6.8
- Made overflow fix apply more reliably

#### Version 1.6.7
- Fixed overflow issue - again

#### Version 1.6.6
- Fixed overflow issue

#### Version 1.6.5
- Clarified some text
- Removed some debug stuff

#### Version 1.6.4
- Reworked icon and background color
- Reworked change in 1.6.3 to no cause issues with certain sites.

#### Version 1.6.3
- Forces OverflowX to be visible. Some sites hides this and this disables scrolling.

#### Version 1.6.2
- Reworked protection against banners that change behaviour.

#### Version 1.6.1
- Tab or tabs are now prompted to be refreshed if the plugin is disabled or enabled.
- Updated icons to match the color theme.

#### Version 1.6.0
- Refactored most of the code.
- CSS Scroll smoothing toggling no longer needs refresh of window.
- Minor bug fixes.

#### Version 1.5.3
- Added indicator for if the extension is enabled or not
- Changed so that the default behaviour in Windows (not custom) disables the extension.
- Added tooltip for smooth scrolling.

#### Version 1.5.2
- Reduced Chrome permissions needed
- Minor bug fix

#### Version 1.5.1
- iFrame security workaround

#### Version 1.5
- Fixed banners messing with smooth scroll disable behavior

## NOTES
iFrames from other domains will use default scroll speed due to security (same-origin-policy). There is to my knowledge nothing to be done about this without some clever rewrite that is currently above my head.

CSS smooth scroll behavior is disabled by default. To my knowledge, the true smooth scrolling seen in Windows and MacOS will only be available with real hardware acceleration. Google stated that this won't be avaible in Chrome for Linux. The future will tell.

Please report bugs with description and address to the site where you encountered it.

Send bug report here:
https://github.com/Dedas/linux-scroll-speed-fix/issues

#### Settings

Default scroll speed values:

Linux = 1.9

Windows = 1.0 (extension is disabled by default)

MacOS = 1.0 (This needs testing!)

#### Thanks to

Based on gblazex/smoothscroll.

Fork of DemonTPx/chrome-scroll-speed.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Linux Scroll Speed Fix", "version": "1.7.2", "description": "Fix the slow scroll speed in Linux Chrome by setting it to the Windows value", "permissions": ["storage", "http://*/*", "https://*/*"], "background": { "page": "content.js" }, "browser_action": { "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "content_scripts": [ { "all_frames": true, "js": [ "content.js" ], "matches": [ "http://*/*", "https://*/*", "ftp://*/*" ], "exclude_globs": [ "*.pdf" ], "run_at": "document_start" } ], "icons": { "16": "icon_16.png", "32": "icon_32.png", "48": "icon_48.png", "128": "icon_128.png" }, "manifest_version": 2}
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How to download and manually install Linux Scroll Speed Fix extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Linux Scroll Speed Fix extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Linux Scroll Speed Fix 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 Linux Scroll Speed Fix Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Linux Scroll Speed Fix 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 Linux Scroll Speed Fix extension file

Select and download the Linux Scroll Speed Fix 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 Linux Scroll Speed Fix 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 Linux Scroll Speed Fix 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 Linux Scroll Speed Fix 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 Linux Scroll Speed Fix extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Martin Nover (ID: 000000e8c18d3739) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/08/2023 Thank you so much for this Extension! I am using Mint Cinnamon which does not have a scroll speed setting. I first tried an other browser extension which does not work with my Youtube volume mouse control. But your extension works flawlessly.

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frank true (ID: 00000045cbf78bd9) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 07/08/2023 KDE. No improvement is felt after enabling this extension. On the contrary, on many sites the scrolling is jerky

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Gio Bur (ID: 000000b751b46407) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/13/2023 works well everywhere except, ironically, the chrome web store

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Masahito S. (ID: 0000008c67fbebf8) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 01/23/2023 As of Chrome version 109 the scroll speed on Linux has FINALLY been fixed. Literally for years I couldn't live without this beautifully-simple and perfectly-functioning add-on. Now it can retire lamentedly. Thank you very much, developer, for providing us this piece of art.

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Austin Thibodeaux (ID: 00000057cdac66d1) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 12/18/2022 Wish it would scroll smoothly like it does without the extension.