W Zoom

A Chrome extension which can perform per-tab/per-origin/per-path zooming

W Zoom - Fine-Tune Your Zoom Control on Chrome

W Zoom is a versatile Chrome extension, designed to provide precise zoom control. It customarily enables users to zoom a webpage without distorting the content. Users can set their default zoom modes and methods, create unique zoom factors for specific paths, and even disable the standard 'mousewheel + ctrl key' operation for zooming in the advanced options. W Zoom intends to make browsing an adaptable and efficient experience.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Rating: 3.68
(59)
Version: 1.0.17 (Last updated: 2016-07-12)
Creation date: 2016-07-12
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • tabs
Size: 313.34K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Works as advertised for zoom control on individual tabs.
  • Allows adjustment of zoom levels by a percentage directly from the panel.
  • Specifically mentioned as a working solution for per-tab zooming, unlike other extensions.
Cons
  • Has serious compatibility issues leading to freezing or improper functioning of back button.
  • Environment settings such as zoom levels are lost upon exiting the browser.
  • Redirects to adware sites and includes spammy behavior when installing or uninstalling.
Most mentioned
  • Redirects to spam or malware websites after installation.
  • Compatibility issues with zoom settings reverting unexpectedly.
  • Not allowing default zoom settings for all websites.
User reviews
Thank you. The only extension that works correctly. You can change the zoom by 1% directly from the panel. Video enlargement works correctly.
by Андрей, 2024-07-07

really a W extention, thank you
by Redwan Lmati, 2024-03-20

It seems to have some compatibility issues with going back a page (back button) where that page freezes and you can't properly interact with it.
by Chiriac Puiu, 2023-12-29
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Extension safety

Risk impact

W Zoom requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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