If you use Google Chrome as the browser on your laptop, desktop or other device, there are many great extensions you can use. Using these apps will make your browsing experience better and will enhance security and help you manage things like passwords and block annoying ads. The following are AGT Computer’s Top 5 Google Chrome Extensions.
1. LastPass
LastPass is a very useful extension that helps users manage the never-ending number of passwords they need to remember on a daily basis. LastPass lets you keep your decrypted database on your computer, but stores it in the cloud as well. Filling out forms is a breeze and so is their great login and password completion tools. LastPass is a smart way to keep your passwords safe and saves time when surfing the web.
2. AdBlock
AdBlock claims to be the best ad blocker out there with over 200 million downloads and counting. If seeing ads on Facebook, makes you see red, then this Google Chrome extension may be exactly what you’re looking for. It blocks ads across all sites and it’s incredibly easy to ad to your browser.
3. Google Image Search
This is a great extension for finding similar images located elsewhere on the web. Once the extension has been installed, you just hover over it and the Google Image Search link will be revealed. Once it recognizes the image it will bring up others that are similar.
4. Earth View
This extension may not help you manage your time, in fact, it definitely won’t, but it is absolutely fascinating nonetheless. The Earth View tab screen features plenty of satellite photos from every imaginable spot on the globe. Open a new tab and find a random location to explore from dizzying heights.
5. Google Dictionary
Feel less like an idiot immediately with this extension. Google Dictionary allows you to double click on any word that appears on a web page and the short definition will pop up. You can also bring up the full definition of any word.
What are your favorite extensions? Try out these great extension of Chrome and let us know what you think and remember AGT Computers also provides IT support to both individuals and businesses in Blackpool, Lytham, and Preston. We can help you backup data, protect your network and keep you updated with the latest tools to prevent hacking. We are a Microsoft Silver Partner for Small and Midmarket solutions and can work with you to meet all of your personal computer or company’s IT needs.
