13 Browser Extensions I (Almost) Can't Live Without

Summary

This video introduces a collection of browser extensions aimed at improving productivity, security, and user experience. The tools featured include Camelizer for tracking Amazon prices, SimilarWeb for website traffic analysis, Dark Reader for customizable dark mode, and Video Speed Controller for enhanced YouTube playback. The video also discusses extensions like UBlock Origin for ad-blocking, Grammarly for spelling checks, and Rakuten for cashback rewards. Additionally, it touches on tools for streamlining website navigation, managing online history, and simplifying bug reporting. With helpful tips and recommendations, the video aims to enhance browsing efficiency and convenience.

Takeaways

• 😀 Camelizer helps you track price history on Amazon, alerting you when an item drops in price.
• 😀 SimilarWeb allows you to check website traffic, helping you determine if a site is legit.
• 😀 Better History lets you search your browser history by keywords and filter results efficiently.
• 😀 Unhook hides distracting elements on YouTube, keeping you focused on finding the video you need.
• 😀 Undistracted works similarly to Unhook but also hides distractions on sites like X and Facebook.
• 😀 Auto 4K automatically sets videos to your preferred resolution on any website.
• 😀 Video Speed Controller gives you more control over playback speed and allows fine-tuning of speed adjustments.
• 😀 Dark Reader enables customizable dark mode across all websites, including options to exclude certain sites.
• 😀 Jam automates bug reporting by creating screen recordings with necessary details for developers.
• 😀 Ublock Origin blocks ads, cookies, and certain page elements, helping you customize your browsing experience.
• 😀 Rakuten rewards you with cash back instead of discounts on purchases from participating stores.

Q & A

What is the Camelizer extension, and how does it help shoppers?

The Camelizer is a browser extension that shows the price history of any product on Amazon. It helps shoppers avoid being scammed by confirming if the deal they are seeing is truly a bargain or just the regular price in disguise. It also allows users to set email alerts for price drops.

What is SimilarWeb, and how does it help with identifying legitimate websites?

SimilarWeb is an extension that provides detailed information about websites, such as their traffic, the countries visitors are from, and other relevant data. It can help determine whether a website is legitimate by showing how popular and well-established it is.

How does the Better History extension improve browser history management?

The Better History extension enhances the default browser history tab by allowing users to search history by keyword, exact time, and other filters. It also includes a dedicated search engine for more specific results and allows users to blacklist certain domains to prevent them from being recorded.

What is the function of the Unhook extension on YouTube?

The Unhook extension helps reduce distractions on YouTube by hiding elements like the home feed, sidebar, and shorts. It transforms YouTube into a cleaner interface with just the search bar, helping users focus on specific videos without being distracted by recommendations.

What is the difference between Unhook and Undistracted extensions?

While both Unhook and Undistracted aim to reduce distractions, Unhook is specifically designed for YouTube, hiding distracting elements. Undistracted works on a broader range of sites, such as Facebook (X), to block distracting feeds while allowing users to perform specific tasks like replying to messages.

How does the Auto 4K extension improve video viewing experience?

The Auto 4K extension automatically sets the preferred video resolution for every video, eliminating the need to manually adjust settings every time you watch a video. This ensures a smoother, higher-quality viewing experience.

How does the Video Speed Controller extension address common issues with YouTube playback?

The Video Speed Controller extension solves problems related to playback speed by allowing users to easily increase or decrease speed in 0.1x increments using customizable keyboard shortcuts. It works on all video sites, not just YouTube.

What makes Dark Reader different from default dark modes on websites?

Dark Reader is a highly customizable extension that offers dark mode for every website, even those without a native dark mode. It allows users to adjust settings, such as enabling dark mode only at night or excluding certain sites where dark mode doesn’t look good.

How does the Jam extension help users report bugs?

The Jam extension automates the bug reporting process. When a user encounters a bug, they can use Instant Replay to capture a screen recording with all relevant details (console logs, network requests) and generate repro steps using AI. The bug report can then be shared directly or integrated with tools like Slack and GitHub.

What functionality does the Save to PNG extension offer?

The Save to PNG extension simplifies downloading images by allowing users to right-click on any image and download it directly in PNG format, bypassing the need to convert it from formats like WebM.