Use the right-click menu to search for selected text in different search engines
Context Menu Search Extension
The search results are shown in a new tab which can either be a focussed tab or a background tab depending on the options set by the user. The location of the newly opened tab can also be set by the user to be either next to the current tab or the last tab.
The order of the search engines in the right-click menu can also be arranged. A list of 40 commonly used search engines has been added so that users can choose easily. If needed, the user can also add an option which has not been included.
You need at least Chrome version 88 to install and use this extension.
If you like the extension, please don't forget to rate it 5-star (preferably!). In case of any issues/suggestions, leave a comment at the support and FAQ link provided below.
Known issues:
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1. Sometimes, the extension icon reverts back from the magnifying glass to default Chrome extension icon. Disabling and enabling the extension again should bring it back. This is perhaps an issue with chrome.contextMenus.removeAll() method.
2. Favicons for search engines cannot be displayed in context menu currently as the contextMenus API does not allow it.
3. Taking settings from omnibar search configuration is not possible.
Change-log:
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2.99: Added support for selectively not encoding search terms, fixed some bugs
2.98: Fixed some bugs, added support for opening multiple search results on clicking an option
2.97: Added support for separators, fixed some bugs and styling issues
2.96: Fixed a bug due to which context menu items were not working, some styling changes
2.94: Manifest v3 migration, changed way to store data and removed FB like button
2.93: Removed ./ in manifest to avoid chromium bug : https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=410666
2.92: Fixed the delete item button. Added new FB share/like button.
2.91: Fixed content security violations. Removed tweet option due to direct script loading.
2.90: Changed to use manifest version 2.
2.82: Drag and drop to rearrange options.
2.80: Minor code changes, Option for Google+ search added.
2.72: Bug fixed: Chrome restart no longer needed to apply settings.
2.7: Users can now use either 'TESTSEARCH' or '%s' to denote search terms. Context menu icon changed. Minor CSS changes.
2.6: CSS problems fixed on options page. Option for Cuil Search removed and options for Yahoo! Japan, Reddit(Google search) and Google Definitions added.'Facebook Like' button added.
2.5: Users can choose to have the link to options page displayed at the end of the context menu. Export/Import search engines' list feature is provided to facilitate saving of configuration. Options page redesigned for easy use. Added Baidu and Rotten Tomatoes.
2.0: Added options for the user to choose if the search results show in a background or foreground tab. They can also pick whether the new tab opens next to the current tab or at the end. A list of 35 search engines has been added as options for the user to add.
1.5: The order of the search options can now be re-arranged.
1.0: Users can now add as many search engines to the right click menu as they want. An existing option can now be disabled or deleted if not required.
0.9: Added the ability for enabling/disabling particular search engines. Users can also customize which search engines they want and what the name of the search engine in the list should be.
0.5: Added Bing images to default pack
Source Manifest.json
How to download and manually install Context Menu Search extension for Chrome
Looking for a way to install Context Menu 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 Context Menu Search extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Context Menu Search extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.
Method 1: Download Context Menu Search extension and manually install through Drag &Drop
If you ever need to manually install a Context Menu 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 Context Menu Search Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.
Look for the Context Menu Search extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Context Menu Search extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Context Menu 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 Context Menu 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 Context Menu Search extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode
This is another method to install Context Menu 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 Context Menu Search extension file
Select and download the Context Menu 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 Context Menu 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 Context Menu 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 Context Menu 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 Context Menu Search extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.
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