Page Ruler

Page Ruler

Measure page elements size in pixel with an easy-to-use ruler.

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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.

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Stats
Stats date:
Rating: 3.84 (58)
Version: 0.1.3 (Last updated: 2023-08-31)
Creation date: 2021-05-27
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • scripting
  • activeTab
Size: 120.83K
Email: Click to see
URLs: Website
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Page Ruler
Page Ruler (v0.1.3)
4.00 (2) 10,308
Merlin
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
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Easy to use
  • Quick measurements
  • Helpful for web design tasks
Cons
  • Only in pixels, no cm conversion
  • Too many values displayed at once
  • Overlays hide parts of the screen
Most mentioned
  • Ruler mode annoying
  • Extension in pixels, not cm
  • Measurement overlays blocking view
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Safety
Risk impact

Page Ruler is safe to use. It does not request any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

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

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Screenshots
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