NerdeFocus

Quickly debug focus problems when testing a page for accessibility issues.
What is NerdeFocus?
NerdeFocus is a Chrome extension designed to help with accessibility testing. It visually displays the focus history using CSS selectors, and overlaps easy-to-follow focus indicators on a webpage. The tool is particularly helpful in pinpointing focus resets, testing keyboard focus, and diagnosing screen reader issues. To use it, just open your Developer Tools, go to the NerdeFocus tab, and click 'Record'. Moreover, NerdeFocus is a free and Open-source project.

Extension stats

By: wizzyfx
Users: 2,000+
Rating: 4.43 (7)
Version: 0.3.2 (Last updated: 2022-01-12)
Creation date: 2019-05-29
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 47.81K

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Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

When activated, NerdeFocus displays the focus history with CSS selectors, and overlays an easy-to-follow focus indicator on the page.

NerdeFocus is great for detecting focus resets, testing keyboard focus, and debugging screen reader issues in modern web apps.

To use the extension, open your browser’s Developer Tools, navigate to the NerdeFocus tab, and click "Record".

NerdeFocus is a free and Open-source project.

User reviews

Thanks, works for me (Brave v1.60.118)
by שֵׁם, 2023-11-30

Doesn't work.
by Kevin McLaughlin, 2023-11-28

Fantastic!
by Dominique Müller, 2023-09-04
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

NerdeFocus has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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