Clears the Downloads list every 10 seconds to force the download button to disappear when all downloads are complete
What is Clear Downloads?
Clear Downloads is a Chrome extension that automatically clears the Downloads list every 10 seconds to ensure the download button disappears when all downloads are finished, providing a clutter-free browsing experience.
Extension stats
By: Sindre Sorhus
Rating: 4.48
(46)
Creation date: 2018-09-24
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
Size: 12.12K
Email: si*****@gmail.com
URLs: Privacy policy
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Extension summary
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User reviews
Pros
- Effectively closes the downloads bar automatically.
- Addresses a long-standing user complaint regarding the downloads bar.
- Users appreciate the simplicity and effectiveness of the extension.
Cons
- Stopped working after recent Chrome updates.
- Resets the save location every time a file is downloaded.
- The download history bubble still appears for some users.
Most mentioned
- Users dislike the Chrome downloads bar and want it to be optional.
- Many users express hope for updates to maintain compatibility with the latest version of Chrome.
- There is a desire for customizable options regarding how long the download bar stays visible.
Recent reviews
Stopped working since like a couple of months ago.
Doesn't work anymore.
I hope this extension can be updated for the latest version of Chrome. I have absolutely no need to see the download history bubble every time I download a file, and that's an understatement.
Extension safety
Risk impact
Clear Downloads does not require any sensitive permissions.
Risk likelihood
Clear Downloads is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.
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