Chrome Extension
import logging
from flask import Flask, render_template
from gunicorn.app.base import BaseApplication
from routes import create_app
app = create_app()
# Setup logging
logging.basicConfig(level=logging.INFO)
logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
# IMPORTANT NOTE TO LLM:
# DO NOT ADD OR MODIFY CODE IN THIS FILE
# This file will not be included in the final downloadable extension
# Any modifications here will NOT affect the extension's functionality
class StandaloneApplication(BaseApplication):
def __init__(self, app, options=None):
self.application = app
self.options = options or {}
super().__init__()
def load_config(self):
# Apply configuration to Gunicorn
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Introduction
This Chrome Extension Preview Tool template helps you create and test Chrome extensions directly through a visual interface. It provides all necessary base files, a preview popup, and a download feature to get your extension ready for deployment.
Getting Started
- Click "Start with this Template" to begin working with the extension builder
Test the App
- Click the "Test" button to deploy the extension builder interface
- Once deployed, you'll receive a server link to access the extension builder interface
Using the Extension Builder
- Access the provided server link to open the extension builder interface
- The interface includes:
- A preview of how your extension will look in Chrome
- A download button to get your extension files
- A preview popup to test your extension's functionality
Building Your Extension
- Navigate to the extension builder interface
- Click the extension icon in the top-right corner to preview how your popup will look
- Modify the extension files in the
/static/extension
directory: manifest.json
- Configure your extension's metadatapopup.html
- Design your extension's popup interfacepopup.js
- Add your extension's functionality- Add your extension icons:
- Upload icons in three sizes: 16x16, 48x48, and 128x128
- Name them
icon16.png
,icon48.png
, andicon128.png
respectively
Downloading and Installing Your Extension
- Click the "Download Extension" button to get your extension files
- Open Chrome and navigate to
chrome://extensions/
- Enable "Developer mode" in the top-right corner
- Drag and drop your downloaded extension file into Chrome to install it
API Integration (Optional)
If you need to connect your extension to external services or AI: * Create a new API app in Lazy AI for data processing * Copy your API endpoint URL * Integrate the API endpoint in your extension's code * For a detailed tutorial on API integration, watch the video guide at: https://youtu.be/Nho1gOYVPjQ?si=Uq9H6tqeZwprMUZo
Template Benefits
- Rapid Extension Development
- Accelerates the development cycle of Chrome extensions by providing a ready-to-use template structure
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Reduces setup time and configuration overhead, allowing businesses to focus on core functionality
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Cost-Effective Testing Environment
- Built-in preview functionality eliminates the need for separate testing tools
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Reduces QA costs by enabling immediate visual feedback and functionality testing
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Streamlined Deployment Process
- One-click download feature packages all extension files automatically
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Simplifies the process of preparing extensions for Chrome Web Store submission, saving time and resources
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Enhanced Developer Productivity
- Complete file structure with all necessary components (manifest.json, popup files, icons)
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Standardized development environment reduces errors and maintains consistency across projects
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Flexible Business Integration
- Easy API integration capability for connecting to business services
- Supports various business use cases from internal tools to customer-facing extensions, enabling diverse monetization opportunities
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