Reload

Reload

A simple Reload button

Reload
What is Reload?
Reload is a simple Chrome extension that provides a reload button for users who want one to the right of the Address Bar. It does not include the Stop function, but it is compatible with Manifest v3 and updated icons to match Chrome's new Material theme.
Merlin
Stats
By: MK
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 4.35 (23)
Version: 0.5 (Last updated: 2024-05-20)
Creation date: 2016-11-19
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Size: 8.53K
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Summary

A simple Reload button, for those who want one to the right of the Address Bar. (Stop function not included.)

For a separate Stop button, see: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/stop/kkeehnmfddjhlojogndpeaklfhaokkbn


Changelog

0.5: Manifest v3 compatibility.

0.4: Updated icons to match Chrome's new Material theme.

0.3: Removed "tabs" permission. Turns out it isn't needed to call chrome.tabs.reload.

User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Convenient placement of the reload button
  • Useful for left-handed users
  • Solves the problem of difficult-to-find reload button in dark themes
Cons
  • Reload button stops working with multiple tabs open
  • Difficult to see the reload button with dark or black themes
Most mentioned
  • Convenient placement of the reload button
  • Difficult to see the reload button with dark or black themes
  • Solves the problem of difficult-to-find reload button in dark themes
Recent reviews
perfect for making another shortcut for reloading
by Flippa_da_Boss Flippa_da_Boss, 2024-05-19

Impossible to see with a dark theme wth.
by Andro Tekman Andro Tekman, 2024-01-04

Thank you! That's what i wanted.
by Cutiefox Cutiefox, 2023-05-26
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Safety
Risk impact

Reload is safe to use. It does not request any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

Reload is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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