Search Genius.com directly in the context menu

Latest Version

Version
1.0
Update
September 16, 2023
Size
8.07KiB
Developer
Category
Users
42
Rating
1 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
See more
Permissions
ContextMenus
ActiveTab
See more

Genius Search Extension

Be able to search lyrics, artists, albums with a simple right click. Simply highlight the text. It is the easiest way to get music information fast!


To use highlight a word or phrase you would like to search for and right click to open the context menu. Select the \"Search on Genius'\" option from the menu. A new tab will open with the search results.
Read more

Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Genius Search", "description": "Search Genius.com directly in the context menu", "version": "1.0", "permissions": ["contextMenus", "activeTab"], "icons": { "16": "icon.png", "32": "icon.png", "48": "icon.png", "64": "icon.png", "128": "icon.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" } } "
Read more

How to download and manually install Genius Search extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Genius Search extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install Genius Search 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 Genius Search extension file

Select and download the Genius Search 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 Genius Search 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 Genius Search 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 Genius Search 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 Genius Search extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

Similar Extensions

icon

Vehichaul Importer Extension · Productivity 42 0 ★ 75.93KiB

icon

AboutTheArtists Tags On IMDB Extension · Fun 42 2 ★ 60.15KiB

icon

Mason and Strings Extension · Fun 42 1 ★ 151MiB

icon

Scam Reporter for Earn More Cash Today Extension · Productivity 42 0 ★ 65.62KiB

icon

EngagePro Extension · Social & Communication 42 1 ★ 3.59MiB

icon

SyntheticEye AI Detector Extension · Productivity 42 3 ★ 29.8KiB

icon

The Last.fm Debloater Extension · Accessibility 42 0 ★ 11.08KiB

icon

pile Extension · Productivity 42 1 ★ 175KiB

icon

HRTE Extension · Productivity 42 0 ★ 241KiB

icon

7plus-responsive-video Extension · Accessibility 42 0 ★ 3.34KiB

icon

Genius Enhancer Extension · Productivity 42 20 ★ 612KiB

icon

Tablist Extension · Productivity 42 0 ★ 2.14MiB

icon

Send To My Device Extension · Social & Communication 42 1 ★ 146KiB

icon

Currently Reading Extension · Productivity 42 0 ★ 211KiB

icon

Genius For Youtube Music Extension · Fun 42 0 ★ 82.09KiB

icon

Swiftly: Email Summarizer & Task Creator Extension · Productivity 42 0 ★ 15.51KiB

icon

Stop It Grandpa Extension · News & Weather 42 2 ★ 10.67KiB

icon

Launcher Tab Closer Extension · Productivity 42 0 ★ 82.29KiB

icon

MPExtension: Matterport Side Panel Toolbox Extension · Productivity 42 7 ★ 2.6MiB

icon

Swish QR-code generator Extension · Accessibility 42 0 ★ 141KiB

icon

Genius Lyrics for YouTube Music Extension · Productivity 42 15 ★ 24.56KiB

icon

Scratchee Extension · Shopping 42 73 ★ 74.02KiB

icon

ChatGPT markdown magic Extension · Productivity 42 1 ★ 111KiB

icon

F2Movies Checkpoints Extension · Productivity 42 1 ★ 8.75KiB