Filebar - Download Bar

Filebar will display your recent download history in the scrollable bar on the bottom of your Chrome browser.
What is Filebar - Download Bar?
"Filebar - Download Bar" is a Chrome extension that restores the familiar download bar to your browser, providing easy access to your recent downloads. With features like Anonymous Mode, Auto Clear, and sound notifications, it enhances your workflow and keeps your downloads organized. Users can export download history and access analytics on their most visited sites. Enjoy seamless functionality with dark mode support and keyboard shortcuts, all while ensuring your data remains private and secure.

Extension stats

By: Codewaw
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 3.03 (31)
Version: 3.0.3 (Last updated: 2024-03-22)
Creation date: 2024-02-06
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • downloads
  • downloads.open
  • tabs
  • windows
  • storage
  • history
  • tts
  • offscreen
  • downloads.shelf
  • webNavigation
Size: 65.34K

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Extension summary

Feel at home as if the download bar had never been removed. Integrate the updated bar with your browser and enjoy your downloads at your fingertips. Quickly restore bottom downloads bar and improve your workflow.

Filebar 3.0 introduces:

Filebar Advanced:

  • Anonymous Mode (your downloads will not be recorded at all)
  • Auto Clear Mode (your downloads will be erased automatically)
  • Auto Resume Mode (your downloads will be automatically resumed on some interruption errors)
  • Enable default or custom sound notifications (your browser will notify you with sound when download is done)
  • Enable TTS voice notifications (your browser will notify you with voice when download is done)

Filebar Exports (free for all):

  • Export all items from your downloads in CSV
  • Export open tabs in CSV
  • Export history in CSV
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User reviews

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Restores a familiar download bar experience for users missing the original Chrome download shelf.
  • Allows easy drag-and-drop functionality for images and videos.
  • Received appreciation for simple and effective design in some use cases.
  • Positive feedback from users who value the functionality of the extension.
Cons
  • Extension can make Chrome unresponsive, requiring manual deletion to regain functionality.
  • Bar does not appear consistently on all tabs, leading to usability issues.
  • No option for dark mode and limited customization options.
  • Clutters the interface and may obscure important elements in the browser.
Most mentioned
  • Unresponsive Chrome and performance issues.
  • Inability to customize the appearance or height of the bar.
  • Desire for a dark mode option.
  • Issues with filename display and clutter in the download bar.
  • Inconsistent functionality and not working properly on all tabs.
Recent reviews
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When Update ?

The download bar is way too cluttered
by Chris, 2024-09-04
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Filebar - Download Bar requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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

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