https://github.com/abduldevhub/linkest
Linkest is a Chrome extension that streamlines your browsing with one-click link saving, note-taking, file opening, and instant Google search integration.
https://github.com/abduldevhub/linkest
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Linkest is a Chrome extension that streamlines your browsing with one-click link saving, note-taking, file opening, and instant Google search integration.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/abduldevhub/linkest
- Owner: AbdulDevHub
- License: mit
- Created: 2024-03-27T06:10:48.000Z (over 2 years ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2026-03-03T17:10:10.000Z (4 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2026-03-03T23:16:01.802Z (4 months ago)
- Topics: chorme-extension, css, html, javascript, productivity
- Language: JavaScript
- Homepage:
- Size: 335 KB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 2
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# Linkest Extension
## Overview
Linkest is a powerful Chrome extension designed to streamline link management and note-taking directly in your browser. Save URLs, organize text snippets, and access everything with an intuitive interface featuring advanced selection controls and one-click actions.
## ✨ Features
### Core Functionality
- **Quick Save Input**: Save any text or URL instantly with the input field
- **One-Click Tab Saving**: Capture your current tab's URL with a single click
- **Smart URL Detection**: Automatically detects URLs vs. plain text and handles them appropriately
- **Google Search Integration**: Non-URL text automatically opens as a Google search
### Advanced Selection & Management
- **Multi-Select**: Click index numbers to select individual items
- **Range Selection**: Hold Shift and click to select multiple items at once
- **Select All**: Use Ctrl/Cmd + A to select or deselect all items
- **Quick Copy**: Click any item to copy it to clipboard, or use the copy button for multiple selections
- **Smart Delete**: Delete selected items or the top item if none selected
- **Position Insertion**: Insert items at specific positions using "N. text" format
### Additional Tools
- **Batch Link Opening**: Open selected links (or the first item) in new tabs
- **Local File Browser**: Open local files directly in your browser via the 📁 button
- **Persistent Storage**: All saved items persist using localStorage
- **Keyboard Shortcuts**:
- `Enter` to save input
- `Delete` key to remove items (when input is empty)
- `Ctrl/Cmd + Click` on links to open in new tab
- `Ctrl/Cmd + A` to select/deselect all
## 🎨 User Interface
- **Dark Theme**: Easy on the eyes with a modern dark color scheme
- **Visual Selection Feedback**: Selected items are highlighted with teal accents
- **Numbered Index Buttons**: Quick access to select and manage individual items
- **Responsive Design**: Optimized layout with smooth wave effects on interactions
## 🚀 Setup
To install and use this extension locally:
1. **Clone the repository**
```bash
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/linkest-extension.git
cd linkest-extension
```
2. **Load in Chrome**
- Open Chrome and navigate to `chrome://extensions/`
- Enable **Developer mode** (toggle in upper-right corner)
- Click **Load unpacked**
- Select the project directory
3. **Start using Linkest!**
- Click the extension icon in your toolbar
- Begin saving links and text
## 📁 Project Structure
```
linkest-extension/
├── index.html # Main extension popup
├── manifest.json # Extension configuration
├── styles/
│ ├── index.css # Main styles with CSS variables
│ └── effects.css # Wave animation effects
├── scripts/
│ ├── index.js # Core functionality
│ └── materialize.js # UI effects library
└── Screenshot.png # Extension preview
```
## 🛠️ Technical Details
- **Storage**: Uses Chrome's localStorage API for data persistence
- **Modern JavaScript**: ES6+ features including async/await, arrow functions, and destructuring
- **CSS Variables**: Centralized theming for easy customization
- **Accessibility**: ARIA labels and keyboard navigation support
## 🤝 Contributing
This is a personal project, but suggestions and improvements are welcome!
- **Found a bug?** Open an issue with details
- **Have an idea?** Share it in the issues section
- **Want to contribute?** Fork the repo and submit a pull request
## 📄 License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.
## 🔮 Future Enhancements
- [ ] Cloud sync across devices
- [ ] Tag/category system for organization
- [ ] Export/import functionality
- [ ] Custom keyboard shortcuts
- [ ] Search/filter saved items
- [ ] Drag-and-drop reordering
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