Most probably even you are reading this article using Chrome. 😉 Let us first take a look at what Google Chrome extensions are.
Google Chrome extensions
Chrome extensions are software programmes that are built on web technologies such as CSS, HTML, and JavaScript. These extensions allow users to customize the Chrome browsing experience and make it even better. Surprisingly, there are more than 100,000 Chrome extensions available. This number makes it difficult for users to choose the best extensions. But here I have already shortlisted the best ones to make your browsing experience much better.
List of best chrome extensions to increase your productivity level
Google Keep
Google Keep is used as a notepad to keep all your data organized. This is one of the best chrome extensions. It allows you to make a to-do list, keep notes, and also save pages and images. Interestingly, you can also take down notes using voice memos. These voice notes can then be transcribed. If you make notes in Google Keep, it will be easy for you to look for them whenever needed.
Key feature:
This extension allows you to set up location-based reminders for your lists and notes.
Clockify
Clockify is a time-tracking app that allows users to track activity accurately across the web and apps. You don’t have to open the app or visit the website to launch the app, just start the times at the extension bar and you are good to go.
Why Clockify is used?
Apart from using it to track time, you can use the Clockify app to:
Input descriptionsOrganize time entriesAnalyze your daySort time entries by tasks/projects
The app already comes with several useful features in its free version. However, you can pay for extra features and upgrade to advanced plans.
Todoist
This is the most basic yet extremely useful chrome extension. It let the users keep a track of their projects and manage all tasks by delegating and organizing them through Chrome directly. With todoist, one can color-code projects, create sub-projects, and subgroups and micromanage daily workload.
Grammarly
This Chrome extension is my favourite extension. I have been using this for a long time now. Not just me, but mostly everyone has used or is using this extension. Grammarly is a software that possesses all grammar knowledge. This includes:
Advanced suggestionsSpell-check capabilitiesClarity correctionsStyle adjustments
It can help users significantly cut their typing time, and also enhance writing performance.
AdBlock
The name itself suggests what this extension is used for. Sometimes it gets frustrating when you are researching online and sponsored videos and ads show up all of a sudden. AdBlock runs in the background and blocks out those annoying pop-ups and ads that you don’t wish to see. It does not only block ads but also keeps you safe by recognizing the malicious pages and blocking them.
LastPass
These days it’s not difficult for us to remember our passwords as Google has our back here. All the passwords can be saved on our Google accounts. But what if you don’t remember your Google password? This is when LastPass helps, it also allows users to save data such as passport information, insurance card credentials, and much more. Moreover, LastPass helps you to improve passwords by sending you suggestions.  Also, know how to view saved passwords in Chrome.
Nimbus
Screenshots and screencasts have made it easier for us to store information. We can take a screenshot of anything we want. The work of Nimbus is also the same. The app lets you capture screenshots and screencasts. Most of the OS have an integrated screenshot tool, but Nimbus also lets you:
Edit and annotateTrim and cropShare results onlineConvert videos into MP4 or GIFCustomize videos- resolution and refresh rate
Nimbus also integrates with various other apps like YouTube, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Google Classroom.
StayFocused
Many of us struggle while trying to avoid and stay away from some apps, such as Facebook, YouTube, Reddit, and many more. This is when you can use StayFocused. This Chrome extension helps in avoiding online distractions by restricting the time you spend on some apps. This extension will help you avoid online distractions by restricting the time you’re allowed to spend on them.
How does StayFocused work?
For instance, you want to restrict the time you spend on Instagram daily to 20 minutes, add Instagram to your list of blocked sites, and choose the 20 minutes option. Once you will complete 20 minutes on Instagram, you will not be to access the app until the next day.
BlockSite
BlockSite is an app used for blocking all unwanted sites that may distract you from your work. You can make a list of all tedious websites and add it to Blocksite if you don’t want them to show up in your during your working hours. More and more people have started to use this app due to its ‘scheduling’ feature. The feature allows you to set a specific time during which you want to block certain websites. You can also read how to block inappropriate websites on Android.
Other Chrome extensions:
Hypercontext- for business collaborationsNoisli- for work and study relaxationInfinity- for new tab customizationBuffer- Queue up content for social media posts
These are some of the top-picked and best chrome extensions that can increase your productivity level. Do tell us through the comment section below, if this blog has helped you out to choose the best Chrome extensions.
