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.
Extension stats
Risk impact: Low risk impact
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Manifest version: 3
Size: 12.75K
Email: sn*****@gmail.com
Ranking
# 19,810
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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
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
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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