How to Build Your First Browser Extension

Emma Johnson
3/22/2023
1 min read
A step-by-step guide to creating your first browser extension, from concept to deployment on the Chrome Web Store.

Building a browser extension might seem complicated, but with some basic JavaScript knowledge, you can create something useful in just a few hours.

Setting Up Your Development Environment

First, you'll need to create a manifest.json file that describes your extension and its capabilities.

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Emma Johnson

Content creator at HandyExtensions. Passionate about browser extensions, web development, and making the internet a more productive place.

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