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Installing Chrome Extensions

Modified on: Mon, Nov 11 2024 9:49 AM

Installing Chrome Extensions (For Students)

** If you’re receiving an error that you do not have access to the Chrome Web Store, please make sure to follow step 1 of the instructions**

 

  1. Sign Out of Chrome (If logged into Pitzer Student Account):
    • Launch Google Chrome.
    • Click on your profile picture or initials at the top right corner of the browser window.
    • In the dropdown menu, click on Sign out. This will sign you out of your Google account on Chrome.
    • (You must be signed out of your Pitzer student account prior to Extension installation, you can sign back in after installation)
  1. Open the Chrome Web Store:
  2. Find the Extension:
    • Use the search bar at the top left to type the name of the extension you want to install.
    • Browse through the results and select the extension you want.
  3. Add the Extension:
    • Click on the extension you want to add.
    • On the extension’s page, click the Add to Chrome button.
    • A pop-up will appear asking for confirmation and listing the permissions the extension needs. Click Add extension to confirm.
  4. Wait for Installation:
    • The extension will download and install automatically. You will see a notification once the installation is complete.
    • The extension’s icon will appear to the right of the address bar.
  5. Manage the Extension:
    • To manage your extensions, click the three dots (menu) at the top right of Chrome, go to More tools, and then Extensions.
    • Here, you can enable/disable extensions, remove them, or adjust their settings.
  6. Sign in to Chrome (Optional)
    • Click profile picture at the top right corner of the browser window.
    • Click Sign in to Chrome
  7. Pin the Extension (Optional):
    • If you want the extension to be easily accessible, click the puzzle piece icon next to the address bar.
    • Find your extension in the list and click the pin icon next to it.
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