Page Ruler

Measure page elements size in pixel with an easy-to-use ruler.
What is Page Ruler?
Page Ruler is a Chrome extension that allows the user to measure the size of elements on a webpage in pixels. The extension adds a rectangular ruler to the webpage which changes its size as the user moves their mouse, updating its dimensions in real time. To use it simply press the toolbar button once to activate and again to deactivate. It is suitable for desktop machines where it works based on mouse clicks and also touch-enabled devices.

Extension stats

Users: 400,000+
Version: 0.1.4 (Last updated: 2023-12-19)
Creation date: 2021-05-27
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • scripting
  • activeTab
Size: 120.83K

Other platforms

Page Ruler (v0.1.0)
4.57 (7) 3,330+
Page Ruler (v0.1.4)
3.80 (4) 13,916+
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Extension summary

Page Ruler is an extension that lets you measure distances (in pixels) on a webpage.

It draws a rectangular ruler when you move your mouse on the page. The ruler has width, height, start and end all labeled with corresponding metrics in pixels. When you move your mouse, the rectangle changes its size and all the numerics are updated. To activate the addon please press the toolbar button once. Likewise, to disable the addon please press the toolbar button again. This addon works with mouse clicks in desktop machines. For touch-enabled devices, you can work with touch to draw the rectangle within the page.

If you have a feature request in mind or found a bug to report, please fill the bug report form on the addon's homepage (https://mybrowseraddon.com/page-ruler.html).

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 as advertised
  • Simple and useful for web developers
  • Great features and user experience
  • Good tool for front-end tasks
Cons
  • Frequently not working or stopping unexpectedly
  • Ruler position inaccuracies when scrolling
  • Limited control over measurement displays
  • Some users report bugs
Most mentioned
  • Not working for me
  • Good tool for measurements
  • Needs more control on settings
Recent reviews
by April Papajohn, 2024-10-25

Çalışmıyor ki kanser oldum ae
by Caglar Cihan Kugu, 2024-10-19

by IMRAN H, 2024-10-07
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Page Ruler does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

Page Ruler has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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