Open any page in reader view mode; light, dark or sepia and clutter free.

Latest Version

Version
0.1.6
Update
November 24, 2024
Size
51.83KiB
Developer
Category
Users
2,000+
Rating
3.625 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
ActiveTab
SidePanel
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Reader View Extension

Reader View extension enables you to open any website in a simple and clutter-free environment.

Simply click on the toolbar button to open the reader view UI. The current page will be reloaded in a plain format. Once the reader view interface is open, you can see a toolbar in the top left corner. Click on the second button from the top to open the settings view. There are three themes available for the reader view. The default theme is the - Light - color. But you can choose, Dark or Sepia options as well. Moreover, font size, line height, and page width can also be adjusted in the settings popup. The reader view is a format with minimal distractions. No, buttons, toolbars, background images, ads, or banners are allowed in reader view. It is much easier on your eyes and reduces eye strain if you spend a long time surfing the web. Please note that all changes are auto-saved to the memory in the add-on.

Note 1: There are a few options available to open the reader view interface. Please right-click the toolbar button to see all the choices. By default, the reader view opens in the same-tab. Please note that, if you opt for the popup or sidebar view, the first time you access the reader view for a particular page, you will need to press the toolbar button twice to open the interface.

Note 2: The reader view extension uses the Readability open-source library to render the page in a simple format. You can get more info about this library here: https://github.com/mozilla/readability

To report bugs, please fill out the bug report form on the addon's homepage: https://mybrowseraddon.com/reader-view.html
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "version": "0.1.6", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Reader View", "offline_enabled": true, "homepage_url": "https://mybrowseraddon.com/reader-view.html", "description": "Open any page in reader view mode; light, dark or sepia and clutter free.", "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "permissions": [ "storage", "activeTab", "sidePanel", "scripting", "contextMenus" ], "action": { "default_title": "Reader View", "default_icon": { "16": "data/icons/16.png", "32": "data/icons/32.png", "48": "data/icons/48.png", "64": "data/icons/64.png" } }, "commands": { "reader-view": { "description": "Reader View", "suggested_key": { "mac": "Alt+Shift+V", "default": "Alt+Shift+V" } } }, "icons": { "16": "data/icons/16.png", "32": "data/icons/32.png", "48": "data/icons/48.png", "64": "data/icons/64.png", "128": "data/icons/128.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Reader View extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Reader View 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 Reader View extension file

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

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User reviews

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Pat MySecret (ID: 0000000f565a0b8a) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 08/29/2023 Simplistic, yet effective. Exports to One Note nicely. Also, exports to pdf. Last update Oct 2022.

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Thomas Schittli Akros (ID: 000000d102b8dd2b) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/22/2023 it's great, thanks a lot for sharing your work!

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valeri vladimirov (ID: 000000cedac0a605) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/22/2022 Елементарно, леко и много добро разширение

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Kelvis Sánchez (ID: 000000e3991f11e7) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/10/2021 Simplemente excelente

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sage solana (ID: 000000bed32078a6) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 08/25/2021 i dont understand how to change the color of the screen. there is no settings option and when i try to click the extension from my toolbar it just toggles it on and off. dont claim to have dark modes if theyre not easily accessible :/