Building a Chrome extension is a fairly straightforward process. When you’re done, you can use it on your computer to improve your browser experience.
The browser needs some basic components before the extension is fully functional. We’ll cover all of this below, including how to make your own extension work in Chrome without having to download it or share it with anyone else.
Building a complex Chrome extension is a much more detailed process than what you’ll see below, but the process is basically the same. Keep reading to find out how to create a Chrome extension you can use today.
Tip: To see how cool your own extension can be, check out these awesome Chrome extensions.
How to make a Chrome extension
Using this guide, you will create a simple Chrome extension that lists some of your favorite websites. It is fully customizable and very easy to update.
Here’s what to do:
- Create a folder to store all the files that make up the extension.
- Create the base files required for this extension: manifest .json, popup.html, background.html, styles.css.
- Open popup.html in a text editor, and then paste the following in there, remember to save it when you’re done.
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