Shortcut keys for selection search

Add shortcut keys to open a new google result tab for selected text. Shortcut keys can be set in above left menu in Extensions.

Shortcut Keys for Selection Search Extension

"Shortcut keys for selection search" is a Chrome extension that allows users to set customizable keyboard shortcuts for opening Google search results of highlighted text. With options for both foreground and background tabs, it enhances browsing efficiency. Users can easily adjust the shortcut keys to avoid conflicts with operating system shortcuts, especially on Chromebooks and Macs. The extension supports searching within PDFs and simplifies access to your default search engine.

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Extension stats

By: nex

Users: 3,000+

Rating: 4.85

(20)

Version: 0.400 (Last updated: 2024-09-11)

Creation date: 2019-11-16

Risk:

Permissions:

activeTab
search
scripting

Size: 9.35K

Email: ne*****@gmail.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Source: Chrome Web Store

Ranking

# 17,052 ▲ 35

Other rankings

#11203 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 15 #18 in selection keyword 27 ▲ 1 #21 in shortcut keyword 38 ▼ 5 #105 in default search keyword 39 ▲ #106 in search box keyword 17

User reviews

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Pros

Works really well and is effective
Highly configurable and customizable shortcuts
Saves time and increases efficiency by eliminating the need for right-clicking
Simple to set up and use, following instructions improves functionality

Cons

Setting up shortcuts may not work on Mac
Doesn't work for all websites

Most mentioned

Life saver extension
Great extension, works perfectly
Very convenient and useful

User reviews

greaet

smarth sharma, 2024-12-15

go to chrome://extensions/shortcuts

A S., 2024-09-15

Exactly what I was looking for!

Ivan Helsing, 2024-07-30

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Shortcut keys for selection search does not require any sensitive permissions.

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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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