GitZip for github

It can make the sub-directories and files of github repository as zip and download it
What is GitZip for github?
GitZip for GitHub is a convenient Chrome extension that allows users to selectively download sub-directories and files from GitHub repositories as a ZIP file. By enabling downloads of only needed components, it eradicates the requirement to grab an entire project. It offers straightforward usage either by double-clicking or context menu with configurable item selection and theme settings, a progress dashboard, API token support for rate limit enhancement, and is updated to be compatible with Manifest V3 specifications.

Extension stats

Users: 100,000+
Version: 1.0.4 (Last updated: 2024-03-11)
Creation date: 2020-07-01
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • contextMenus
Host permissions:
  • https://api.github.com/*
Size: 375.81K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

GitZip (v1.0.2)
4.54 (48) 3,724+
GitZip for github (v1.0.1)
4.60 (8) 16,478+
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Extension summary

Why GitZip:

  • You DO NOT have to download the whole project just for those few files/folders you need.

Usage:

  1. Browse any Github repository page.
  2. Two ways to download: 2.1. Choose the items: 2.1.1. In default, you can double click on items or check the checkbox on the front of items. 2.1.2. Click download button at the bottom-right of the page. 2.2. In context menu: 2.2.1. Click "GitZip Download" > "Whole Repository" or "Current Folder". 2.2.2. Move the mouse cursor on the item and click "GitZip Download" > "Selected Folder/File". 2.2.3. Click "GitZip Download" > "Checked Items" after doing 2-1-1.
  3. See the progress dashboard and wait for browser trigger download.
  4. Get the ZIP file.
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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Works well for many users
  • Allows downloading of directory files
  • User-friendly for some
  • Satisfies user needs
Cons
  • Issues with invalid GitHub tokens
  • Does not work on certain pages or versions
  • Unstable performance and bugs
  • Requires additional permissions that users find suspicious
Most mentioned
  • Installation and token issues
  • Inconsistent functionality
  • Reports of it failing to work or being broken
  • Positive feedback from long-time users
Recent reviews
Works very well!
by Ali Saleh, 2024-11-15

не качает
by Puaeydyd D, 2024-11-11

by Шахзод, 2024-10-02
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Extension safety

Risk impact

GitZip for github requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

GitZip for github has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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