W Zoom

A Chrome extension which can perform per-tab/per-origin/per-path zooming
What is W Zoom?
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.

Extension stats

Users: 6,000+
Rating: 3.68 (59)
Version: 1.0.17 (Last updated: 2016-07-12)
Creation date: 2016-07-12
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • tabs
Size: 313.34K
URLs: Website

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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

  • This extension zoom a page without modifying the content of the page.

  • In the options page, you can set the default zooming mode and zooming method.

  • In the "per-path" options page, you can define per-path zoom factor. For example, all pages under http://www.wtoolkit.com/projects/wzoom/ will be zoomed to 130%, and all pages under http://www.wtoolkit.com/projects/wdict/ will be zoomed to 145%.

  • In the "advanced" options page, you can disable the "mousewheel + ctrl key" zooming operation.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 correctly for zooming by 1%
  • Video enlargement functions properly
  • User-friendly interface
  • More effective than similar extensions
  • Functions as advertised in some cases
Cons
  • No option to set default zoom for all websites
  • Compatibility issues with navigation
  • Loses settings upon exiting the browser
  • Opens ad tabs at startup
  • Potentially includes adware and malware
Most mentioned
  • Adware and malware issues upon installation
  • Inability to set a default zoom level
  • Settings reset after closing the browser
  • Compatibility issues with back button
  • Redirects to spammy websites
Recent reviews
by Jimmy Lu, 2024-07-07

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
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

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

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