TypeLingo

Duolingo typing restored! Get back the ability to type your responses.

TypeLingo: Restore Typing in Duolingo Exercises

"TypeLingo" is a Chrome extension designed for Duolingo learners who want to restore the ability to type responses in the 'Write this in English' exercise. It eliminates the frustration of using the word bank by allowing users to freely type their answers. With a simple click, users can enhance their learning experience and make the most of their language studies. If you encounter issues, ensure to relaunch Duolingo or wait for updates to resolve bugs.
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Extension stats

By: Nowam
Users: 679
-22
Version: 1.1.6 (Last updated: 2024-07-15)
Creation date: 2023-07-27
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • scripting
  • declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess
Host permissions:
  • https://*.duolingo.com/*
  • https://d35aaqx5ub95lt.cloudfront.net/*
  • https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/*
Size: 23.44K

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Extension summary

Introducing the ultimate solution for Duolingo learners who crave a seamless language learning experience! If you've ever found yourself frustrated by the tedious task of searching for words in the word bank, worry no more.

With just a click, this extension brings back the precious ability to type your responses in Duolingo's "Write this in English" exercise. Say farewell to the word bank's limitations and embrace the keyboard's full potential!

The extension isn't functioning correctly? Try fully exiting Duolingo, then relaunch. If that proves futile, wait until a bug fix is available.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Restores typing functionality that was removed from Duolingo
  • Improves language learning experience by allowing free typing
  • Works perfectly and is easy to use
  • Saves users from considering deleting Duolingo
  • Allows for actual learning rather than just selecting predefined words
Cons
  • Stopped working for some users
Most mentioned
  • Restores a key function of Duolingo
  • Improves ability to learn a language
  • Works great and flawlessly
User reviews
by Sebastián Palma, 2024-12-19

Amazing, wonderful, allows actual learning with duolingo, can you please add this to firefox, I love it so much
by Phoebe Rankmore, 2024-12-09

Thank you, this is the only usable version of duolingo
by Chris Silvia, 2024-12-02
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Extension safety

Risk impact

TypeLingo requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

TypeLingo is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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