Collapses the main column of Mastodon for a cleaner view. Makes writing toots/searches easier by displaying a small container.

Latest Version

Version
0.6.3
Update
September 27, 2018
Size
31.21KiB
Developer
Category
Users
69
Rating
4.33333 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
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Collapsed Mastodon Extension

Collapses the main Mastodon column for a cleaner view of the other timelines and shows small floating containers to write toots/make searches and integrates replies below the target post.

how can I review the source code?

The source code is not obfuscated as of now but you can always follow the progress on: https://github.com/Eskuero/collapsed_mastodon

It does nothing on my computer!:
By default the addon is set to work with this list of instances:
mastodon.social
mstdn.io
niu.moe
mastodon.art
But you can add more by writing the URL of your instance separated from other by commas on Menu > Collapsed Mastodon > Preferences.

Something is broken on the interface!
Before reporting a bug please make sure it's not a problem with your browser cache by refreshing the webpage with Ctrl+F5

I have a bug to report
You can report bugs here: https://github.com/Eskuero/collapsed_mastodon/issues
You can also reach the author on the fediverse at @[email protected]
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx","manifest_version": 2,"name": "Collapsed Mastodon","version": "0.6.3","icons": {"48": "icons/48.png"},"description": "Collapses the main column of Mastodon for a cleaner view.\Makes writing toots/searches easier by displaying a small container.","content_scripts": [ {"matches": [""],"js": ["js/main.js"]}], "options_ui": {"page": "options.html"},"permissions": ["storage"]}
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How to download and manually install Collapsed Mastodon extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Collapsed Mastodon 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 Collapsed Mastodon extension file

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

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User reviews

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Madame Berry (ID: 000000471f1a8085) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 11/05/2022 I love the expanded columns, but I have to turn this extention off if I want to write a toot or search, because neither of those buttons on the collapsed sidebar work at all. Please fix this.

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Mike Stone (ID: 0000001c1853344a) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 04/11/2019 This extension fixes some of less good UI elements in Mastodon! Love it!

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Ismael J Cintron (ID: 000000a31848faa8) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/24/2019 This is what I have been waiting for. Thank you.