Force Redraw IMG on HTML5 Canvas (beta)

Redraw IMG elements on HTML5 Canvas, forcing GPU to handle the work.

Force Redraw IMG on HTML5 Canvas (beta)

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By: clydeli
Users: 226
Rating: 4.17
(6)
Version: 0.17.7.3 (Last updated: 2017-07-03)
Creation date: 2017-07-03
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 5.04K

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Extension summary

Experiencing slow response when viewing a page with many images? Click the icon and redraw IMG elements using HTML5 Canvas forcing GPU to handle the work.

NOTE: This extension was something I wrote as a practice when I was a college student. As of today, it would be surprising to me if Chrome does not handle simple image rendering efficiently, so chances are that this extension is simply useless. The extension and its repository (https://github.com/clydeli/Img_on_Canvas) are kept alive just for reference.

  • Release Notes:
  1. Both the FPS and GPU memory usage would increase for sure. But the memory usage of the page may also increase (sometimes the increase is temporary).
  2. The original IMG elements are not removed in the current version, they are just hidden. This is for some future development purpose. (Don't worry, the memory usage does not seem to have major increase because of this)
  • Changelog:

In 0.17.7.2:

  1. Remove jQuery dependency.
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User reviews

I had a big problem with Google Maps - freezed frequently. This addon solved everything! Thanks so much, work perfect!
by Janusz Nti, 2020-12-23

Mais um que infelizmente não funciona. espero que um dia possa entregar o que promete.
by Antonio júnior, 2017-09-25

Great idea! Chrome still does not control many functions, this item is one of many!
by Max Lu, 2017-07-09
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Force Redraw IMG on HTML5 Canvas (beta) requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Force Redraw IMG on HTML5 Canvas (beta) may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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