Switch between a direct internet connection and several proxy settings

Latest Version

Version
2018.332
Update
August 15, 2018
Size
35.45KiB
Developer
proxy-offline-browser.com
Category
Users
913
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
Deutsch
English
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Permissions
Storage
Proxy
BrowsingData
Http://*/*
Https://*/*
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MM3-ProxySwitch Extension

With the extionsion, you no longer need to re-enter the dialog \"Connection Settings\" in your browser when you switch to another configuration.

With this Proxy Switch you can toggle with one click between the direct connection to the internet and other proxy configurations.

Besides, the system proxy settings are not changed.


This extionsion has only been available to Firefox. With the interface \"WebExtionsions\" now also for Google Chrome.


::: Help :::
The MM3-ProxySwitch includes the operation instructions, this is availably additional on the homepage.

Write an e-mail for us at problems.


::: Update :::

::: 15-Aug-2018 :::
Automatic switching with a TestUrl.

Proxy configurations can be activated or switched using shortcut.

Comments can be added.


::: 2-Jul-2018 :::
Bugfix: For Linux in the function homepage


::: 13-Jun-2018 :::
Symbol for a proxy configuration, the shape and color can be changed.


::: 6-Apr-2018 :::
NoProxy: The parameter for all local host name.

The character \"<\" can now also be used as a parameter.


::: 5-Dec-2017 :::
Help: HTML formatting


::: 29-Nov-2017 :::
GUI: Revised popup menu

socks: In a configuration with socks, the proxies for http, https and ftp can also be specified.

Bugfix: After switching to another configuration, the proxy will be on by default.
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Source Manifest.json

{
"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx",
"manifest_version":2,
"name":"MM3-ProxySwitch",
"short_name":"ProxySwitch",
"description":"__MSG_appDescription__",
"version":"2018.332",
"author":"MM3Tools",
"icons":{"48":"img/MM3_48.png",
"96":"img/MM3_96.png"},
"default_locale":"en",
"browser_action":{"browser_style":true,
"default_popup":"popup.html",
"default_icon":{"16":"img/MM3_16off.png",
"32":"img/MM3_32off.png"}},
"background":{"scripts":["util.js",
"ProxySwitch.js"]},
"permissions":["storage",
"proxy",
"browsingData",
"http://*/*",
"https://*/*"],
"commands":{"ProxySwitch-1":{"suggested_key":{"default":"Ctrl+Shift+1"},
"description":"1"},
"ProxySwitch-2":{"suggested_key":{"default":"Ctrl+Shift+2"},
"description":"2"},
"ProxySwitch-3":{"suggested_key":{"default":"Ctrl+Shift+3"},
"description":"3"},
"ProxySwitch-4":{"suggested_key":{"default":"Ctrl+Shift+4"},
"description":"4"}},
"options_ui":{"open_in_tab":true,
"page":"setting.html"}}
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How to download and manually install MM3-ProxySwitch extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install MM3-ProxySwitch 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 MM3-ProxySwitch extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install MM3-ProxySwitch extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download MM3-ProxySwitch extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a MM3-ProxySwitch 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 MM3-ProxySwitch Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the MM3-ProxySwitch extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the MM3-ProxySwitch extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for MM3-ProxySwitch 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 MM3-ProxySwitch 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 MM3-ProxySwitch extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install MM3-ProxySwitch 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 MM3-ProxySwitch extension file

Select and download the MM3-ProxySwitch 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 MM3-ProxySwitch 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 MM3-ProxySwitch 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 MM3-ProxySwitch 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 MM3-ProxySwitch extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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(ID: ) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/02/2018 This extension is very useful even if you're not using the author's archiving software because it allows you to quickly switch proxy settings for use with other archiving solutions like WAIL or warcprox.