Modern scrollbar

A modern look for Chromium's scrollbar. Compatible with light and dark mode.

Modern Scrollbar: Sleek & Lightweight Chrome Extension

'Modern scrollbar' is a Chrome extension designed to enhance the aesthetic and functionality of your browser's scrollbar. It provides a sleek, modern design that works with the dark mode of most websites seamlessly. It's not only about the look, it ensures the performance of your browser is not affected, thanks to its extremely lightweight nature. Additionally, its open-source nature allows anyone to view its source code on GitHub.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Rating: 4.49
(86)
Version: 1.0.0.7 (Last updated: 2023-04-24)
Creation date: 2020-07-30
Permissions:
  • scripting
Host permissions:
  • https://*.reddit.com/*
Size: 31.36K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Modern scrollbar (v1.0.0.7)
2,304+ 4.20 (52)

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Cleans up the appearance of scrollbars
  • Many users find it functional and appreciate its aesthetic
  • Easy to install and use, works as expected for some
  • Highly rated by a segment of users who value scrollbar customization
Cons
  • Does not work on popular websites like YouTube
  • Cause crashes and issues with Chrome tabs including BSOD and 'Aw Snap!' errors
  • Inconsistent functionality across different platforms/browsers
  • Some users report it does not activate or do anything at all
Most mentioned
  • Does not work on YouTube and other sites
  • Causes crashes or errors in Chrome
  • Looks clean and improves scrollbar aesthetics
  • Some users still find it functional and appreciate it despite issues
User reviews
Does what it says
by Master, 2025-02-12

Not only does it not work, it also causes my computer to BSOD... one hell of a punch for a small extension
by Anthony Yang, 2025-01-17

it's not working anywhere !!!!
by Aditya Choudhary, 2025-01-08
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Modern scrollbar requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Request access to the following domains: reddit.com
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Risk likelihood

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Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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