Displays a real-time word count while writing in Google Docs, as well as milestone markers every 500 words.
What is Wordcounter?
Wordcounter is a thoughtfully designed Chrome extension for writers who work in Google Docs. It provides a real-time word count, providing live updates as you type and making word tracking effortless. Furthermore, it introduces milestone markers every 500 words, turning writing into a motivational game. Perfect for professional writers, students, or anyone who wants to keep track of their writing length.
Extension stats
By: Sahil Lavingia
Users: 3,000+
Rating: 2.58
(38)
Creation date: 2018-08-01
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 47.07K
Ranking
# 17642
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Extension summary
Wordcounter shows a real-time word count as you type in any Google Docs document. You can toggle it off and on by clicking on the icon in the top right corner of your browser.
It also adds milestone markers every 500 words. Motivating!
User reviews
Pros
- Simple to use
- Helps with writing research work
- Provides a general idea of word range
Cons
- Completely inaccurate word count
- Doesn't consistently show or work on Google Docs
- Can break Google Docs functionality
Most mentioned
- Inaccurate word counting
- Failure to display on Google Docs
- Extension breaks or affects Google Docs usability
Recent reviews
As others said: doesn't even show! Uninstalled it!
Not even showing that pop up. There is no reason why did I downloaded this....
This looks perfect but i downloaded it and it doesn't seem to be working? i'd love an update or whatever as this is just what im looking for :(
Extension safety
Risk impact
Wordcounter requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
Wordcounter has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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