arXiv Vanity

Add an arXiv Vanity link to arXiv abstract pages.

arXiv Vanity Chrome Extension - Refined PDF Viewing Experience

'arXiv Vanity' is a revolutionary Chrome extension designed to improve the assimilation of knowledge from academic papers on arXiv.org. It achieves this by converting PDF files into easy-to-read and responsive web pages. With a simple click on the extension icon, a user can view the converted PDF file on the arXiv Vanity page. It enhances readability and aids better understanding of complex academic content.
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Extension stats

Users: 3,000+
Rating: 5.00
(2)
Version: 1.2.0 (Last updated: 2021-12-28)
Creation date: 2017-10-24
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • *://*.arxiv.org/*
Size: 26.80K

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Extension summary

arXiv Vanity renders academic papers from arXiv.org as responsive web pages so you don't have to squint at a PDF: https://www.arxiv-vanity.com/

This extension adds arXiv Vanity links to arXiv abstract pages. You can also click the extension icon to take you to the arXiv Vanity page when viewing an arXiv PDF.

Contribute on GitHub: https://github.com/arxiv-vanity/arxiv-vanity-chrome-extension

User reviews

Does what it says on the tin :)
by Miguel, 2021-04-05
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Risk impact

arXiv Vanity requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

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

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