Send a draft of writing into Foster’s network of writers and editors to receive editorial and collaborative support.

Latest Version

Version
2.55
Update
October 4, 2023
Size
1.02MiB
Developer
foster.co
Category
Users
465
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
ActiveTab
Cookies
Alarms
Scripting
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Foster – your friendly, human writing partner Extension

The best writers don’t work alone.

They have a network of trusted people who read their work first and offer contributions to make it shine.

With Foster, you can get this type of quality collaboration by tapping a single button inside Google Docs. We’ve built a passionate collective of editors and wordsmiths who love jumping into drafts and transforming them.

When you submit a draft using our Chrome extension, we’ll invite the perfect collaborators to jump directly into your draft and help.

Here’s how it works:

1. Install extension.
2. Open a Google Doc.
3. Press the magic button.
4. Receive edits from our collective.
5. Publish.

Crafting a polished, timeless piece of writing just got a whole lot easier.

Install Foster's Chrome extension and our collective will be by your side, ready to elevate every piece of your writing.
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Source Manifest.json

{
"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx",
"description":"Send a draft of writing into Foster\u2019s network of writers and editors to receive editorial and collaborative support.",
"version":"2.55",
"host_permissions":["*://*.foster.co/"],
"manifest_version":3,
"name":"Foster \u2013 your friendly, human writing partner",
"background":{"service_worker":"background.bundle.js"},
"action":{"default_popup":"popup.html",
"default_icon":"assets/public/foster_icon_32.png"},
"icons":{"128":"assets/public/foster_icon_128.png"},
"externally_connectable":{"matches":["*://localhost/*",
"*://*.foster.co/*"]},
"content_scripts":[{"matches":["*://docs.google.com/document/*"],
"js":["contentScript.bundle.js"]},{"matches":["https://docs.google.com/document/*"],
"js":["scripts/scriptInjector.js"],
"all_frames":false,
"run_at":"document_start"}],
"web_accessible_resources":[{"resources":["/*"],
"matches":["*://docs.google.com/*"]}],
"permissions":["storage",
"activeTab",
"cookies",
"alarms",
"scripting"]}
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How to download and manually install Foster – your friendly, human writing partner extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Foster – your friendly, human writing partner 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 Foster – your friendly, human writing partner extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Foster – your friendly, human writing partner extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Foster – your friendly, human writing partner extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Foster – your friendly, human writing partner 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 Foster – your friendly, human writing partner Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Foster – your friendly, human writing partner extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Foster – your friendly, human writing partner extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Foster – your friendly, human writing partner 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 Foster – your friendly, human writing partner 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 Foster – your friendly, human writing partner extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Foster – your friendly, human writing partner 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 Foster – your friendly, human writing partner extension file

Select and download the Foster – your friendly, human writing partner 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 Foster – your friendly, human writing partner 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 Foster – your friendly, human writing partner 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 Foster – your friendly, human writing partner 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 Foster – your friendly, human writing partner extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Lyle McKeany (ID: 0000001960781bb7) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 01/25/2023 I've been part of the Foster community for years now. The dedication they have to building this extension into a full-fledged, seamless editing experience for online writers has been incredible to watch. It's like a magical tool for connecting real-life actual humans—those who want to tell their stories and those who want to help them tell those stories more effectively.

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Drew Keever (ID: 0000002cb2d0d555) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/23/2022 used Foster for a few months & really enjoyed it. Definitely improved my writing! reasonable price, if you consistently write 500+ words per month. a team of editors will join your google doc and help you with whatever you're writing.

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John Gannon (ID: 00000005cb0fd382) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/06/2022 Great product and lets you get extremely quick, relevant feedback on your writing. Highly recommend.

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Theresa Sam Houghton (ID: 0000009a13d54ba6) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/20/2022 Foster has been my go-to for writing help for the past couple of years, and the extension makes it incredibly easy to send your writing to the talented collective of writers and editors for feedback. It's quick and intuitive--no need to leave your writing workflow. The feedback is valuable and has helped me grow as a writer and editor. Foster's Collective is full of thoughtful, creative people who give more than just line edits; they provide insights that help you look at a piece objectively through the eyes of your readers, clarify what doesn't make sense and tighten up the wording. I feel more confident as a writer with Foster's support!

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Nate Kadlac (ID: 000000bd853caa5b) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/07/2022 The future of getting feedback on your writing is as simple as flicking a light switch. Love this extension that magically summons writing feedback from other online writers.