Typewriter

Plays typewriter sounds when you type on any web site.

Typewriter - Chrome Extension for Typewriter Sounds

"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.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 7,000+
Rating: 3.47
(49)
Version: 2.2 (Last updated: 2024-02-13)
Creation date: 2020-06-16
Permissions:
  • storage
  • offscreen
Size: 183.30K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Typewriter (v1.1)
120 4.33 (6)
Not available on Edge

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Soothing sound effects when typing
  • Works well on various websites
  • Users appreciate the immersion and nostalgia of typewriter sounds
  • Recent update added sound volume control
  • Many users find it satisfying overall
Cons
  • Does not work on certain platforms (e.g., Google Docs, Word)
  • Interferes with other audio sources, lowering volume of music
  • Inconsistent performance (not activating at times)
  • Lacks customization features for sound settings
  • Some users experience complete failure of the extension
Most mentioned
  • Does not work on Google Docs or Microsoft Word
  • Sound does not play well with music or other audio
  • Inconsistent functionality, sometimes doesn't activate
  • Desire for volume control and sound customization
  • General satisfaction with the typewriter sound effects
User reviews
Sooooo cloooseeee to five stars!!! There is only one thing I request, could it please work on Google Docs? Its where I do all my typing and would definitely make it 10/10.
by Wyatt Ledet, 2024-12-19

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
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Typewriter requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
  • High Injects scripts into web pages, which may alter or extract site contents, resulting in a substantial risk.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Typewriter. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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