Typewriter

Plays typewriter sounds when you type on any web site.
What is Typewriter?
"Typewriter" is an innovative Chrome extension that recreates the sounds of a traditional typewriter. When enabled, each keystroke on any given website will result in the distinct sound of a typewriter key being struck. This serves not only to recreate the nostalgic feeling of using a typewriter, but also adds a soothing and rhythmic background sound to your typing actions, making your online writing experience unique and enjoyable.

Extension stats

Users: 7,000+
Rating: 3.46 (48)
Version: 2.2 (Last updated: 2024-02-13)
Creation date: 2020-06-16
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • offscreen
Size: 183.30K
URLs: Website

Ranking

Other platforms

Typewriter (v1.1)
4.25 (4) 110
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Extension summary

Feel what it was like to write with a typewriter again.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Satisfying sound that simulates typewriter noises
  • Works well on many websites
  • Recent updates to sound volume options
  • Good overall experience for many users
Cons
  • Does not work consistently on some platforms including Word and other tabs
  • Can interfere with other audio, like music or videos
  • Lack of customization options
  • Delayed sound effects in some situations
Most mentioned
  • Sound does not activate on certain websites
  • Issues with sound interference when other audio is playing
  • Desire for volume controls and customization options
Recent reviews
Very Good,I Have Tried It On Many Website Include Kahoot And Much More And It Function Veryl Well Although There Is No Sound Effect On While Im Typing This Reviev.But Overall Its is Good
by amsyar roblox, 2024-09-29

Not always its activate. And yes, i look in settings. Or maybe my pc is not so great. Anyway, is my experience.
by Ignacio Vera, 2024-08-30

It does work for me, but kinda confusing to use. Overall, 4/5
by Siwat Phongsai, 2024-08-22
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Typewriter requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Typewriter is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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