https://github.com/koolgokul22/linkhopper
A chrome extension to share URLs
https://github.com/koolgokul22/linkhopper
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A chrome extension to share URLs
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/koolgokul22/linkhopper
- Owner: koolgokul22
- Created: 2025-06-29T07:32:31.000Z (12 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-08-24T13:34:55.000Z (10 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-09-03T09:05:34.797Z (10 months ago)
- Topics: chrome, chrome-extension, chrome-extensions, extension-chrome, javascript, qrcode, scan
- Language: JavaScript
- Homepage: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/igkffepamaelmkbbbmihiiklabbdhlnp?utm_source=item-share-cb
- Size: 292 KB
- Stars: 1
- Watchers: 0
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
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README
# Link Hopper
A lightweight Chrome extension that makes sharing URLs effortless—just generate a QR code and scan instantly from your smartphone.
[](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/igkffepamaelmkbbbmihiiklabbdhlnp)
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## Features
- **Instant QR Code Generation** — With a single click, turn any current tab’s URL into a QR code.
- **Seamless Use** — Scan with your phone (no need for manual typing).
- **Lightweight & Fast** — Pure JavaScript with minimal footprint for blazing-fast performance.
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## Demo
| Generate QR | Scan on Phone |
|-------------|----------------|
|  | *(Scan the QR with your phone—example using Google Lens or any QR Scanner)* |
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## How to Use
1. **Install** from the [Chrome Web Store](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/igkffepamaelmkbbbmihiiklabbdhlnp).
2. Click the **Link Hopper icon** next to your address bar.
3. See an instant QR code drop-down.
4. **Scan** with your phone—share that link in one scan!
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## Code Highlights
- **`manifest.json`** — Defines permissions (`activeTab`), extension icon, and popup behavior.
- **`index.html`** + **`index.js`** — Core popup interface and logic to fetch URLs and render QR codes.
- **`qr-scanner.js`** — Parses QR codes from camera feeds (optional advanced feature).
- Clean, self-contained logic kept in simple JavaScript and CSS.
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## Why I Built It
I wanted a smoother way to share links between devices without the hassle of copying, emailing, or messaging. Plus, I wanted to explore browser extension development and QR code workflows. **Link Hopper** was born out of that curiosity—fast, minimal, and designed for actual use.
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## Tech Stack
- **JavaScript (ES6)**
- **Chrome Extensions API**
- **QR Code Generator** — (custom or using a library)
- **HTML / CSS**
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## Share the Love!
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Feedback welcome—open an issue or submit a PR to improve this project.
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## About Me
Full-stack developer who builds with Angular, explores .NET Core, and regularly churns out browser tools for productivity.
Let's connect!