This extension adds a beautiful & clutter free reading mode for reddit.

Latest Version

Version
0.2.3
Update
June 6, 2017
Size
106KiB
Developer
Category
Users
2,000+
Rating
4.86486 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
*://*.reddit.com/*
Storage
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Readr for Reddit Extension

Reading long reddit comments ( AskReddit, WritingPrompts, AskScience etc. ) is no longer a pain. Try Readr for Reddit, and view individual comments in a clean design, optimised for readability. Just press 'read' on any comment, and open up the Readr viewer.

Works on all subreddits as well as self posts!

Firefox and safari versions under development :D

NEW : Night Mode, Alternate font style and a new options page!

TIP : Press 'Esc' to quit the reader UI and go back to reddit.

How To Use :

1. Install the Extension
2. Go to your favorite subreddit and open the discussion on the first interesting link you find
3. Under the post, press the 'read' button (Present besides the permalink button)
4. Happy reading

While I have thoroughly tested this extension, this is still a one man operation and is very much in beta. Any Feedback / Question are welcome!

Please Rate 5 Stars if you would like to support the development of this extension.

------------- FUTURE UPDATES -------------

1. Firefox and Safari versions !
2. Advanced share capabilities
3. Showing additional child comments to the view
4. Upvote link

------------------- Version 0.2.2 -----------------
1. Shifted read button to the top of a comment
2. Added option to show read button under comment
3. Added option to switch between serif and sans-serif font style

------------------- Version 0.2 -------------------
1. Added night mode for readr
2. Front Page self posts, Profile page posts supported
3. Other performance improvements

------------------- Version 0.1 -------------------
1. Added 'read' button that opens up the optimized viewing mode
2. Added 'Gold' indicator and special indicators for comments by OP
3. Pressing 'Escape' closes the single comment view

Inspired by the talented folks at Medium.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Readr for Reddit", "version": "0.2.3", "manifest_version": 2, "description": "This extension adds a beautiful & clutter free reading mode for reddit.", "homepage_url": "http://www.codepen.io/saransh", "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" }, "default_locale": "en", "permissions": [ "*://*.reddit.com/*", "storage" ], "content_security_policy": "script-src 'self' 'unsafe-eval' https://cdn.segment.com; object-src 'self'", "options_page": "src/options/options.html", "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "*://*.reddit.com/*" ], "css": [ "src/inject/inject.css" ] }, { "matches": [ "*://*.reddit.com/*" ], "css": [ "src/inject/inject-togglebutton.css" ] }, { "matches": [ "*://*.reddit.com/*" ], "js": [ "src/inject/jquery-2.1.1.min.js", "src/inject/webfont.js", "src/inject/inject.js", "src/inject/ga.js" ] } ], "web_accessible_resources": [ "src/inject/inject-tooltip.html", "src/inject/inject-readr.html", "src/inject/inject-whatsnew.html", "src/options/options.html" ]}
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How to download and manually install Readr for Reddit extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Readr for Reddit extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Readr for Reddit 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 Readr for Reddit Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Readr for Reddit 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 Readr for Reddit extension file

Select and download the Readr for Reddit 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 Readr for Reddit 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 Readr for Reddit 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 Readr for Reddit 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 Readr for Reddit extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Alexander Clines (ID: 000000ee952e2d67) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 01/10/2021 Excellent extension. Would be great to have more font customization.

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Margo Murua (ID: 0000001863af8325) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 11/04/2019 It's cool, but doesn't work for new theme. I would be more than happy to see it working on the redesign. Hope you can work it out!

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Mike Massari (ID: 000000019a81b47d) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 10/30/2019 Does not work with the new reddit layout. Would be great otherwise

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Alex James (ID: 000000a98ee58518) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/06/2019 Works great, excellent for long content like r/AskHistorians or r/WritingPrompts!

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Santiago (ID: 000000e111c1666d) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 01/03/2019 It's beautiful but IT DOESN'T WORK FOR THE NEW THEME! :(