Open Random Bookmarks

Open Random Bookmarks

Open Random Bookmarks: A Unique Chrome Extension for Bookmark Browsing

Open Random Bookmarks is a unique Chrome extension that enhances user experience by randomly selecting and opening a specified amount of bookmarks from a chosen folder. Features include an option to use the active tab, abilities to scan and open bookmarks from sub-folders, and experimental filters.
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Extension stats

By: KVS
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 4.87
(15)
Version: 0.2.2 (Last updated: 2020-03-06)
Creation date: 2020-03-05
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • bookmarks
  • contextMenus
  • storage
Size: 15.50K

Other platforms

Open (v8.1)
4.50 (30) 5,696+
Not available on Firefox
Open Random Bookmarks (v1.0.1)
5.00 (1) 116
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Extension summary

Randomly opens a set amount of bookmarks from a set folder.

CHANGELOG

0.2.2 <<<

  • Fixed bug with the folder selector in the options page. It will now show all the folders instead of just the Bookmark Bar folder.

0.2.0 <<<

  • Option to use the current active tab in the window.
  • Option to scan and open bookmarks from subfolders.
  • Filters. (EXPERIMENTAL).
  • Amount field is now an increment field.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Effectively randomizes bookmarks from specific folders.
  • Simple and easy-to-use interface.
  • Better performance than its Firefox counterpart.
  • Allows selection of the number of bookmarks to retrieve at a time.
Cons
  • Some users report that it doesn't seem to be random.
  • There is a bug related to folder ID retrieval.
Most mentioned
  • Works perfectly for randomizing bookmarks.
  • Must-have extension for organizing bookmarks.
  • Issue with randomness and functionality due to a bug in the script.
User reviews
Works amazing, i've got my bookmarks in folders and it can pick randomly from specific folders as well so it's perfect.
by Jia Varshney, 2024-08-02

Simple yet great

Great! Seems better than the one on Firefox.
by Roger Wilco, 2023-04-28
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Open Random Bookmarks requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Open Random Bookmarks has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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