English grammar suggestions for better writing

Latest Version

Version
0.1.2
Update
March 24, 2022
Size
372KiB
Developer
Category
Users
4,000+
Rating
4.5 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Https://docs.google.com/*
Storage
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Write Better Extension

A naive English language grammar checker for Google docs.

Works Offline: All text analysis happen on the browser on-demand. The content of Google docs are never uploaded to a remote server or stored locally.

Free alternative to grammarly, language tool, ginger etc

View the source code at https://github.com/justiceo/write-better

Got feedback? https://forms.gle/LXBcvMG9Vt4fFUen8 or leave a comment on the extensions page.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Write Better extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Write Better 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 Write Better extension file

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

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User reviews

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Aaron Chong (ID: 000000c6ecdedfbd) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 04/18/2023 I can't give a genuine review as yet, since it doesnt work on a certain site I use, which is webnovel for reasons I don't know, please fix if possible.

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Luke Chan (ID: 000000503f0d9a57) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 07/28/2022 I just can't figure out how to use it and see no instructions for use. Could you make it more clear how to use it?

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Alexander Hylton Parker (ID: 000000921275d9df) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/12/2022 The best free option available. It;s not ram hungry like Grammarly or prowriting aid. Catches spelling, writing style and concisness. Good for writers.

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Hajime Hayano (ID: 00000067a3a00861) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/26/2021 I love that it works offline, it allows me to use this simple tool without worrying about what's being stored in some remote server. Definitely worth a try if you're a privacy concerned user.

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Eduardo Rafael Sánchez Cerezuela (ID: 000000bb2f441e2e) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/03/2021 Muy bueno la verdad gracias.