wikiPreview

Display Wikipedia extracts when hovering over links.

wikiPreview: Preview Wikipedia extracts on hover

wikiPreview is a Chrome extension that provides tooltip previews of Wikipedia links while browsing Wikipedia. It allows users to see short summaries of articles without having to click on the links. By simply hovering over a link, users can get a quick insight into the linked Wikipedia page. This enhances the browsing experience by providing convenient and instant access to information.
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Extension stats

Users: 32
1
Rating: 5.00
(4)
Version: 1.2 (Last updated: 2014-03-17)
Creation date: 2014-03-17
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • declarativeContent
Size: 188.42K

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Provides tooltip previews of Wikipedia links while browsing Wikipedia.

User reviews

Very useful!
by Kumar Animesh, 2014-11-05

Works great! And really helpful when you're browsing wikipedia and don't want to get (excessively) side-tracked.
by Phil C, 2014-03-14
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Extension safety

Risk impact

wikiPreview requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

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

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