Revert Wikipedia Layout

This extension will allow you to use the old Wikipedia layout without the need to create an account.

Revert Wikipedia Layout - Chrome Extension

'Revert Wikipedia Layout' is a Chrome extension designed for those who prefer the old Wikipedia layout (pre-2023). While registered users can revert to the old layout through their settings, incognito and unregistered users have no such option. This extension resolves this issue by modifying the URL on each Wikipedia page to display the previous layout.
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Extension stats

Users: 2,000+
Rating: 4.78
(45)
Version: 1.8.1 (Last updated: 2023-02-07)
Creation date: 2023-01-19
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Size: 12.75K

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Many individuals prefer the old Wikipedia layout (pre-2023)— this extension aims to bring that back.

Wikipedia offers registered users to change their layout preferences through their account settings, however, incognito and unregistered users are unfortunately left out. This simple extension solves this issue by adding the necessary URL parameter to every Wikipedia page, to ensure that the old layout is displayed.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Reverts Wikipedia to the classic Vector skin
  • Helps users who prefer the old layout
  • Works well for most users
  • Provides relief from the new layout
  • Makes Wikipedia usable again
Cons
  • Extension sometimes causes access issues with Wikipedia
  • Does not show tooltips on hyperlinks
  • Reportedly stopped working for some users
Most mentioned
  • Extension does what it says
  • New Wikipedia UI is disliked
  • Users miss the old layout
  • Some functionality issues reported
User reviews
Works great. I wish this was on firefox also
by Kyle Mclean, 2024-07-28

by jan jan, 2024-03-05

by Pureblade, 2023-12-20
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Revert Wikipedia Layout requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Revert Wikipedia Layout has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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