Simple Mouse Gestures

Extension that provides the ability to define mouse gestures that will run specific actions in your Google Chrome browser

Simple Mouse Gestures - Enhance Your Browsing

"Simple Mouse Gestures" is a Google Chrome extension that enables users to create personalized mouse gestures using right-click movements. It allows various actions such as navigating back and forward, opening or closing tabs, and managing windows with intuitive gestures. Users can customize the appearance of the gestures with options for line color and width. Designed specifically for Windows, this extension enhances your browsing experience by offering fast and efficient navigation seamlessly integrated into your workflow.
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Extension stats

Users: 1,000+
Rating: 4.15
(20)
Version: 0.6.0 beta (Last updated: 2024-12-18)
Creation date: 2023-01-29
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • scripting
  • storage
  • sessions
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 1.01M

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Extension summary

Google Chrome extension that provides the ability to define mouse gestures that will run specific actions in your browser.

A mouse gesture can be drawn by moving your mouse cursor with the right mouse button pressed inside your browse window. In settings you can attach a mouse gesture with the specific action.

The list of actions possible to attach to mouse gestures:

  • Go Back
  • Go Forward
  • Open New Tab
  • Close Current Tab
  • Reload Current Tab
  • Switch to Left Tab
  • Switch to Right Tab
  • Close Window
  • Minimize Window
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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Simple and easy to configure
  • Not detected as malware
  • Lightweight and effective
  • Open source
Cons
  • Lacks advanced features
  • Limited gesture options
  • Some users experienced functionality issues
Most mentioned
  • Request for additional features
  • Positive feedback on simplicity and safety
  • Configuration is straightforward
User reviews
Can you please add the option "Close tabs to the right"
by JTB Ben, 2024-11-27

by Oleg, 2024-10-06

rodakowi to zawsze plusa i uwierze, że malware nie doda
by Radosław Koppa, 2024-10-02
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Simple Mouse Gestures requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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

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