Open Random Bookmarks

Open Random Bookmarks
What is Open Random Bookmarks?
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.

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: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • bookmarks
  • contextMenus
  • storage
Size: 15.50K

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Open Random Bookmarks (v1.0.1)
5.00 (1) 94
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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

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Can pick randomly from specific folders
  • Simple yet great UI
  • Allows selection of single folder and number of bookmarks to select
Cons
  • Some users experienced the extension not being truly random
  • Bug in Options.js causing issues with retrieving bookmarks from folders
Most mentioned
  • Works perfectly for randomizing bookmarks
  • Easy UI for selecting specific folders and number of bookmarks
Recent 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

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