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

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

Other platforms

Typewriter (v1.2.2)
3.72 (3,182) 628,309+
Typewriter (v1.1)
4.25 (4) 116
Not available on Edge
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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Sound is enjoyable and satisfying for typing
  • Works well on many websites
  • Recent updates have improved functionality, including volume options
Cons
  • Does not work on certain sites like Word and in some Chrome interfaces
  • Issues with audio interference, lowering music volume instead of playing over it
  • Some users experience it not activating or being delayed
Most mentioned
  • Does not work properly on all websites
  • Audio conflicts with other sounds when typing
  • Users want volume controls for sound adjustment
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 likelihood

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

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