The easiest way to export or import any websites local storage data

Latest Version

Version
1.0.2
Update
July 11, 2023
Size
152KiB
Developer
Category
Users
29
Rating
0 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
ActiveTab
Scripting
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Shweb Extension

-- Overview --
Shweb is a browser extension for bulk managing websites local storage. Export websites local storage data as a backup or import your backed up storage file when needed.

-- What it does --

- Often times, web applications use local storage to store settings, text field values and other website specific assets, having them backed up and available to use on any browser/device is a productivity hack.
- Did you know you can loose these if you logout or reset something on your browser like application/device storage.
- Avoid that with Shweb. Shweb allows you back up those your website data from `local-storage`
- with an interface you can use to import and export those local storage content.
- Read more about how websites use local storage to give you a better experience: https://dev.to/dboatengx/javascript-local-storage-explained-1di6

-- Features --

1. Export websites local storage data
2. Import exported local storage from specific website (to one or more sites)

-- How To Use --

1. Install the Shweb extension in your browser

-- To export --

- Click the extension icon to open the extension options
- Click the \"export\" button in the extension options
- A text file will be generated and you can save this locally.

-- To import --

- Click the extension icon to open the extension options
- Click the \"Choose file\" button in the extension options
- Upload a compatible local storage file.
File structure: {\"storageKey\":\"storageValue\"}

-- To uninstall the extension --

- Right click on the extension icon and select \"Remove from Chrome\"

-- FAQs --

- Is shweb backing up my local storage automatically? No, this might be an upcoming feature.
- What type of file does shweb use? Any text based file containing a typical JSON object
- I imported my local storage file, what's next? Local storage content are instantly available to use on the website pages

-- Permissions Usage --

- ActiveTab - to access background setting for the current tab you are in
- Scripting - to create and manage file export and import

Shweb only runs in the background to fetch and update local storage data, local storage usage is entirely up to the website you are visiting.

-- Developers --
The project is available on Github if you want to have some fun and collaborate on this and other projects. Find repository at https://github.com/chrisenitan/shweb
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Shweb", "permissions": ["activeTab", "scripting"], "version": "1.0.2", "manifest_version": 3, "description": "The easiest way to export or import any websites local storage data", "action": { "default_title": "Shweb for Webapp", "default_popup": "home.html", "default_icon": { "16": "images/shweb16.png", "32": "images/shweb32.png", "48": "images/shweb48.png", "128": "images/shweb128.png" } }, "icons": { "16": "images/shweb16.png", "32": "images/shweb32.png", "48": "images/shweb48.png", "128": "images/shweb128.png" }}
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How to download and manually install Shweb extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Shweb 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 Shweb extension file

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

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