Element Zapper

Zap/remove any element

Element Zapper - Remove Annoying Elements Easily

"Element Zapper" is a Chrome extension that allows you to quickly remove annoying elements from web pages. Activate zapper mode using Alt+Z or hold SHIFT to continue zapping. Elements are temporarily removed until the page reloads, with a future update planned for remembering removed items. The tool is designed to enhance your browsing experience by eliminating distractions, and it even works on iframes. For more details, check out the source code and changelog.
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Extension stats

By: azrafe7
Users: 589
-12
Rating: 3.75
(4)
Version: 0.2.5 (Last updated: 2023-11-21)
Creation date: 2023-07-17
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
Size: 17.08K

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Extension summary

Get rid of annoying things on the internet. Hold SHIFT to continue zapping, or press ESC (or right-click) to quit zapper mode.

You can also use Alt+Z to activate zapper mode (or configure an alternate shortcut key in the extension settings).

NOTE: elements removal is temporary, reloading the page will get them back, but... I'm working on a "remember removed" feature, and much more ;D Stay tuned!

v0.2.x is out: Now works even better and on sites with iframes.

Credits to https://github.com/gorhill/uBlock for the screen-unlocking functionality. ;D

SOURCE CODE:

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User reviews

So far the only ok replacement to uBlock Origin zapper I could find. Unlike uBlock Origin zapper, it does not seem to keep memory of what you zapped, if you refresh the page, you'll have to zap again. Good enough for zapping the annoying Slack banner about downloading their Slack app.

works well and doesn't lag the entire page, unlike ublock origin
by bruhg yes, 2024-06-02

can't activate zapper mode even with shortcut.
by Max Bogue, 2024-01-15
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Element Zapper requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Element Zapper has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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