Update your Twitter status right from Chrome's Omnibox (URL bar).
Chromnitweet Extension
Usage: Type \"tw [your Tweet here]\" into the Chrome Omnibox to easily Tweet from whatever web page you're on.
Detailed instructions:
* Start by highlighting Chrome's Omnibox (Ctrl-L on PC or ⌘-L on Mac).
* Type \"tw\" (without the quotes).
* Hit spacebar.
* Type out your Tweet
* Hit enter.
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Get the source code: https://github.com/dwyer/chromnitweet
Useless fact: Chromnitweet is a portmanteau of Chrome, Omnibox and Tweet.
CHANGELOG
2.8.2 2017-12-18
* Updated twitter-text.js to v2.0.0. The character count should now be correct for all languages.
2.8.1 2017-11-19
* Fixed notifications.
2.8.0 2017-11-07
* Bumped character limit to 280. Note: the character count may be inaccurate for non-English tweets. This will be fixed as soon as Twitter's new character count algorithm is fully understood.
1.0.8 2016-11-13
* Fixed \"remaining characters\" count to account to URL shortening.
1.0.7 2015-07-08
* Changed logo.
1.0.6 2014-10-21
* Made the character count message more descriptive.
* Replaced the old non-working webkit notifications API with the new Chrome rich notifications API.
* Added permission to access twimg.com to display user profile photos in notifications.
1.0.5 2013-11-18
* Workaround for bug in Chrome 31 detailed at https://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=310870.
1.0.4 2013-06-16
* Minified the Javascript.
1.0.3 2013-06-16
* Updated to comply with Chrome and Twitter API changes.
1.0.1 2011-06-05
* Changed success and error notifications to make them more meaningful.
* Compiled the OAuth library to make it as small and fast as possible.
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Twitter, Tweet and the Twitter Bird are trademarks of Twitter.
Source Manifest.json
How to download and manually install Chromnitweet extension for Chrome
Looking for a way to install Chromnitweet 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 Chromnitweet extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Chromnitweet extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.
Method 1: Download Chromnitweet extension and manually install through Drag &Drop
If you ever need to manually install a Chromnitweet 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 Chromnitweet Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.
Look for the Chromnitweet extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Chromnitweet extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Chromnitweet 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 Chromnitweet 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 Chromnitweet extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode
This is another method to install Chromnitweet 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 Chromnitweet extension file
Select and download the Chromnitweet 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 Chromnitweet 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 Chromnitweet 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 Chromnitweet 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 Chromnitweet extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.
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