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Essential chrome extensions

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Let's be honest, Chrome has become the new king of the browser jungle. With its Blink engine (a descendant of WebKit) ruling both desktop and mobile landscapes, Chrome's influence is undeniable. Even competitors like Microsoft Edge and Opera have ditched their own engines (EdgeHTML and Presto, respectively) to join the Chromium bandwagon. The only holdout? Mozilla Firefox, bravely fighting the chrome tide.

This dominance breeds a vast ecosystem of extensions in the Chrome Web Store, with hundreds upon hundreds vying for your attention. But fear not, intrepid web surfer! This guide will highlight some of the absolute gems, the extensions that deserve a prominent place in your browsing arsenal.


Ublock Origin:

  • Blocks ads on YouTube and other websites.
  • It's lightweight and you can select additional web elements to block.

Enhanced-h264ify:

  • Watch YouTube videos in higher resolutions without being forced into 60fps.
  • Enjoy smoother playback, even if your internet struggles with 720p60 videos.

Keepa:

  • Improves your Amazon browsing by showing a price history on the product page.
  • Spot the best deals by tracking price history and avoiding misleading discounts.

Ultrasurf:

  • A free proxy extension.
  • Can be used to bypass blocked content in organizations. Note: Using a proxy to bypass organizational restrictions may violate policies. Use responsibly.
Smooth Scroll:
  • Want to experience the silky-smooth scrolling of a touchpad, even with your mouse?
  • This extension elevates your web browsing by adding that touch of delightful fluidity.
Office Editing for Docs, Sheets & Slides:
  • View & edit: Open and edit your Office files directly in Chrome.
  • Offline access: Work on your documents even without internet access.
  • Free and convenient: No need to purchase or install Microsoft Office.
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