Simple extension to draw a 3 x 3 grid on an image to help visualise the Rule of Thirds.
What is Rule of Thirds?
Rule of Thirds is a simple Chrome extension that applies a 3 x 3 grid over images to help photographers visualize the Rule of Thirds, a principle for composing visually appealing photographs. The grid makes it easy to identify if an image's focal points align with the Rule of Thirds.
Extension stats
By: Ivor Potter
Users: 6,000+
Rating: 4.40
(20)
Creation date: 2014-08-29
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
Size: 94.85K
Email: iv*****@gmail.com
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Extension summary
The is a simple extension to apply a 3 x 3 grid over any images found on a web page which are larger than 100px x 50px. The purpose of the grid is to help photographers visualise the Rule of Thirds.
By displaying the grid over the image it is very simple to identify if a photograph's main focal points comply with the Rule of Thirds or not.
History
v1.7 - 2 June 2024
- Switch from host_permissions to activeTab (extension does nothing until clicked)
- Position grid correctly for local images (ie file:// protocol)
- Add Options page to control grid size, colours & whether lines and/or circles are rendered
- Support arbitrary sized grid
v1.6 - 21 May 2024
- Migrate to Manifest v3
User reviews
Pros
- Very useful for learning photography and the rule of thirds
- Simple and effective functionality
- Helps students to analyze images directly on discussion pages
- Positive user experience, exceeding expectations
- Good options for customization
Cons
- Doesn't support local files or YouTube
- Does not work for videos
- Some users encountered issues with functionality
- Desire for additional grid options (e.g., 5x5 grid)
- Visual elements like red circles at intersections could be improved
Most mentioned
- Add YouTube support
- Amazing this is so good
- I'm telling my photography students about this!
- Awesome extension
- Thanks very helpful
Recent reviews
any chance you can add support for local files, ie images dragged into the browser "file://" ?
Add YouTube support
better than i could've imagine
Extension safety
Risk impact
Rule of Thirds does not require any sensitive permissions.
Risk likelihood
Rule of Thirds is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.
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