arxiv-utils

Easy access on ArXiv! Rename the title to the paper's title. Add a button to navigate easily. Download PDF with meaningful filename.

arxiv-utils: The handy Chrome Extension for ArXiv

'arxiv-utils' is a Chrome extension designed to improve the ArXiv user experience. The extension automatically renames page titles to their corresponding paper title, adds a button to navigate between the PDF and abstract page quickly, and provides a download link with the title as the filename on the abstract page. It also allows for integration with extra services like ar5iv and ArXiv Vanity, and significantly enhances bookmark functionality.

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Extension stats

By: Johnson

Users: 4,000+

Rating: 5.00

(16)

Version: 1.8.5 (Last updated: 2024-08-05)

Creation date: 2020-05-16

Permissions:

tabs
activeTab
storage
contextMenus
scripting
downloads

Host permissions:

*://arxiv.org/*
*://export.arxiv.org/*
*://browse.arxiv.org/*
*://www.arxiv.org/*
*://ar5iv.labs.arxiv.org/*

Size: 21.98K

Email: jo*****@j3soon.com

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 15,431 ▲ 13

Other rankings

#3554 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 28 #53 in inject keyword 3 ▲ 1 #96 in direct link keyword 21 ▼ 10

Other platforms

Not available on Android

arxiv-utils (v1.8.5)

399 4.91

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arxiv-utils (v1.8.5)

1,607+ 5.00

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Easy and convenient to use, especially for direct download
Renames files to meaningful names
Saves time and reduces clicks when searching for papers
Unobtrusive and simple design
Highly valuable for users frequently downloading from arXiv

Cons

Not functioning for some users as of recent
Issues with right-click 'save link as' feature not providing correct file names
Lack of support or guidance for users needing help with malfunction
Some features could be implemented in all-in-one extensions rather than a separate tool

Most mentioned

Currently not working for some users
Effective renaming for downloads
Time-saving features for navigating arXiv tabs

User reviews

As of today it seems to not work anymore for me. It does not change the name. And I do not want to figure out how to write the script that would do that. I liked it when it worked. a lot.. meaningful file names as a good thing.

D B, 2025-01-15

Great! But if it can be written in some scripts in other all-in-one extensions...

Time Lemon, 2024-12-20

For the past 6 years I have been clicking through each arxiv tab until I find the correct one. Now I finally realize this extension exists!

Charles Lu, 2024-10-26

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Extension safety

Risk impact

arxiv-utils requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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