Select and highlight elements on a webpage

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June 24, 2024
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Element Selector Extension

Plugin Name: Element Selector Pro

Plugin Description:
Discovering web elements has never been easier! Element Selector Pro is a powerful Chrome extension tailored for web developers and designers. With this extension, you can effortlessly select and highlight any element on a webpage, and obtain detailed information about it.

Key Features:
- **Element Selection and Highlighting**: Instantly select and highlight webpage elements with a single click, making your selections clear and visible.
- **Detailed Information Display**: Access comprehensive information about the selected element, including tag name, class names, ID, dimensions, and more, aiding you in quick analysis and debugging.
- **Shortcut Key Support**: Customize your own shortcut keys for efficient and convenient element selection.
- **User-Friendly Interface**: A clean and intuitive user interface ensures you can get started quickly without a steep learning curve.
- **Manifest V3 Compatibility**: Adopting the latest Manifest V3 specification ensures the security and performance of the extension, aligning with the latest standards of the Chrome Web Store.
- **Adaptive SVG Icon**: A meticulously designed SVG icon that adapts to various screen sizes, combining aesthetics with functionality.

Element Selector Pro is your go-to assistant in web development and design, making element selection a breeze. Install now and embark on your journey of exploring web elements!

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Note: This extension is completely free and ad-free, dedicated to providing the best user experience. We look forward to your feedback to continuously improve and optimize the plugin's features.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Element Selector", "version": "1.0", "description": "Select and highlight elements on a webpage", "icons": { "16": "icon.svg", "48": "icon.svg", "128": "icon.svg" }, "permissions": [ "activeTab" ], "action": { "default_title": "Element Selector" }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "" ], "js": [ "content.js" ], "css": [ "styles.css" ] } ], "commands": { "toggle-selector": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Ctrl+Shift+F", "mac": "Command+Shift+F" }, "description": "Toggle element selector" } }}
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How to download and manually install Element Selector extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Element Selector extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install Element Selector 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 Element Selector extension file

Select and download the Element Selector 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 Element Selector 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 Element Selector 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 Element Selector 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 Element Selector extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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