Disable Download Bar

Name: Disable Download Bar
Rating: 4.555555555555555 (90 reviews)
Author: https://www.gryphenpossolutions.com/

Removes the download bar at the bottom of Chrome windows (does nothing else).

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The Disable Download Bar Chrome extension is designed to remove the download bar that appears at the bottom of Chrome windows. Primarily intended for use with Gryphen POSCore EPoS Software, it effectively hides the download bar to provide a cleaner, distraction-free browsing environment. This extension focuses solely on disabling the downloads bar without affecting any other browser functionality, making it a lightweight and straightforward solution for users who prefer a minimalistic interface. Compatible with any Chrome usage where controlling UI clutter is desired.

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By:

https://www.gryphenpossolutions.com/

Users:

10,000

Rating:

4.56

(90)

Version:

1.5 Last updated: 2019-05-31

Creation date:

2019-05-31

Risk:

Permissions:

downloads
downloads.shelf

Size:

3.17KB

URLs:

Website

Full description:

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Data ingested on:

2025-07-09

Ranking

# 7,186 ▲ 71

Other rankings

#7128 in Developer Tools ▼ 24 #25 in disable keyword 30 #58 in download keyword 72 ▲ 5

User reviews

Users find the Disable Download Bar extension highly effective at removing Chrome's intrusive download shelf, resolving a significant UI annoyance. It's praised for ease of use and reliability, significantly improving browsing experience. Some users wish for better handling of download warnings and auto-close features. A few report it not working possibly due to Chrome versions or extension bugs. Overall, it fills a critical gap by fixing a major design flaw in Chrome, though it could benefit from additional customization options and better handling of edge cases.

Pros

Effectively hides the download bar, improving screen space and user experience.
Easy to use and set up, working immediately after installation.
Addresses a major design flaw in the latest Chrome versions, fulfilling a user demand.
Highly appreciated by users frustrated with the default Chrome download bar behavior.
Works consistently and reliably in most cases to suppress the download bar.

Cons

Does not handle download error prompts or keep/discard warnings, which still show up.
Some users report it does not work for them, possibly due to Chrome version incompatibility or extension issues.
Lacks options like auto-close after download completion or adjustable timing for hiding the bar.
Requires browser restart or extension re-enable for changes to take effect, which some consider inconvenient.

Recent reviews

Все работает отлично

Го*****, 2025-03-22

As of September 1st 2024, This is one of the best QoL extension for google chrome I ever met

ศุ*****, 2024-09-01

Finally someone using their brain and making this extension to correct the massive design flaw of the updated, nearly useless google rainbow shapes pictograph interface. Yes, one can go into chrome/flags and disable the bar, but after a new annoying useless chrome update, it is back. This actually works, finally!

dm*****, 2024-02-26

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Disable Download Bar requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details

Medium Allows management of download operations but generally doesn't severely affect security unless misused.

Risk likelihood

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Disable Download Bar has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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