BigConsole

Adds a multiline JavaScript console to the Chrome developer tools.
What is BigConsole?
BigConsole is a Chrome extension that equips your Chrome developer tools with a multiline JavaScript console. This console features a vertical split style multiline REPL, syntax highlighting, pretty-printed output, a 'Run' command, a 'Clear' option, and a 'History' feature to restore previously executed code. BigConsole is focused on providing users the convenience to iterate and test their code as quickly as possible, making it an ideal tool for developers.

Extension stats

Users: 3,000+
Rating: 4.24 (29)
Version: 1.2.3 (Last updated: 2023-12-06)
Creation date: 2019-03-08
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • storage
Size: 2.43M

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

NOTE: I do not plan to update this extension to Manifest V3, meaning it will no longer be compatible with Chrome 127+ (June 2024). Chrome Dev Tools' built-in Snippets editor has a lot of the same functionality (click the Sources pane, then choose Snippets in the left sidebar) if you also "Show console drawer" (hit Escape). It should be possible to get a horizontal layout using something like this: https://stackoverflow.com/a/16538221


Adds a panel to the Chrome Developer Tools that provides a multi-line split console, like in Firefox.

Includes:

  • Vertical split style multiline REPL
  • Syntax highlighting and nice editor things thanks to Ace Editor
  • Pretty-printed output
  • "Run" button or CTRL+Enter to execute code
  • "Clear" button to clear REPL
  • "History" drop-down to restore previously executed code
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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Very helpful extension
  • Awesome UI and features
  • Makes development easier and more powerful
  • Better than Chrome's default console
  • Excellent addition to Chrome Dev Tools
Cons
  • Not functioning properly for some users
  • Repetitive requests for improved functionality (e.g., hotkeys, clearing console)
  • Displayed output on the left is considered useless by some
  • Some users found it unnecessary due to existing Chrome features
Most mentioned
  • Very helpful extension
  • Awesome!
  • Needless with Chrome Snippets
  • Good...But
  • Great app
Recent reviews
could not get it to work its garbage
by LANDON DANIELS, 2024-03-20

cool! but will be cooler if will be hotkey for run code! hope it will be done.
by bender, 2024-03-19

ITS A SCAM DONT DOWNLOAD
by Nikolas, 2023-01-31
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Extension safety

Risk impact

BigConsole requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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

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