Chrome DevTools Network tab for GraphQL

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Version
0.3.4
Update
August 13, 2024
Size
569KiB
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104
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
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Saturn Extension

Network tab is great for inspecting REST API calls, but since GraphQL implements another layer of abstraction over HTTP, it's not so straightforward to use.

Saturn solves this problem by bringing a new tab to DevTools, trying to mimic the look and feel of the Network tab, and providing quick overview of query, variables, data and errors properties of every GraphQL query.

The extension is under active development, please leave any feedback, it's very likely it will get implemented. Feel free to create an issue in Github or contribute!

Changelog:
0.3.4 - Add support for subscriptions (via websocket link)
0.3.3 - Bump manifest to v3
0.3.2 - It is now possible to search and filter by variables (https://github.com/patresk/saturn/pull/8)
0.3 - Filter and Clear functionality (https://github.com/patresk/saturn/issues/5, https://github.com/patresk/saturn/issues/3)
0.2 - Dark mode support added

https://github.com/patresk/saturn
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Saturn", "description": "Chrome DevTools Network tab for GraphQL", "version": "0.3.4", "minimum_chrome_version": "88.0", "devtools_page": "devtools.html", "manifest_version": 3, "icons": { "16": "images/128x128.png", "32": "images/128x128.png", "48": "images/128x128.png", "128": "images/128x128.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Saturn extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Saturn 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 Saturn extension file

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

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User reviews

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Scott Humphries (ID: 000000192915b509) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/17/2022 A+

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Glenn Dwiyatcita (ID: 000000d368ddc724) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/07/2020 The most useful yet simplest one I could find out there in the Chrome Web Store for debugging GraphQL requests. Well done! :)