nyt_mod

This extension allows you to dim a website.
What is nyt_mod?
nyt_mod is an innovative Chrome extension that mimics a brightness setting exclusively for your browser, turning any strenuous white webpage into a softer tone. Perfect for late-night browsing or users with light sensitivities, it offers a customizable brightness level. Note that it may alter the viewing experience for some websites and isn't fully compatible with all websites.

Extension stats

Users: 835
Rating: 4.19 (58)
Version: 1.1 (Last updated: 2013-03-08)
Creation date: 2013-03-07
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • storage
  • contextMenus
Size: 103.42K

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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

changelogs: v1.1 - updated incompatiblity with major sites like: youtube, pinterest, instagram, twitter, facebook.


Found sites not compatible? Submit a bug here:

https://chrome.google.com/webstore/support/fpolgnklaplaakjhefmibfpikoacfacj?hl=en&gl=CA#bug

Is your screen still too bright? nyt_mod can help!

nyt_mod is a webpage night mode dimmer application. It mimics a brightness setting but only for your browser.

INSTRUCTIONS: After installation, click the icon next to the address bar or right click to 'nyt_mod' and choose the brightness level to turn it ON. Click a new tab and start browsing with a dimmed brightness.

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Dims the entire webpage effectively
  • Easy to configure and use
  • Many users experience eye relief
  • Works well without much tinkering
  • Unique among similar extensions
Cons
  • Inverts colors on Google searches, making them unreadable
  • Some users report interface issues
  • Not widely known or used
Most mentioned
  • Works perfectly
  • Simple and easy to use
  • Relieves eye strain
  • Only app of its kind that works properly
  • Effective dimming functionality
Recent reviews
Perfect Just what I was looking for! A simple website dimmer that dims the entire page and everything on it thank you developer for making this awesome app!
by Jona K, 2018-07-01

This is the "Actual Best Night Mode" some people call night mode for inverted colors!! Maxthon 5 browser has night mode like this by default!! thanks for the great work.. " I think fewer people know about this..there is why lack of users"
by Amila Nuwan, 2018-02-20

very good! thank!
by hoern, 2018-01-24
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Extension safety

Risk impact

nyt_mod requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

nyt_mod has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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