Live CSS Editor

Live Write CSS onto any page
What is Live CSS Editor?
'Live CSS Editor' is a Chrome extension that provides an on-page textbox for hassle-free CSS writing and editing on any HTML webpage. With a variety of customizable settings, this tool allows you to instantly see the results of your CSS edits. The extension saves your changes by default, can be easily toggled, and even alerts the user when attempting to access the editor in non-compatible areas. Its features include an adjustable editor size, style-saving options for revisited pages, and support for https URLs. This tool is designed for stress-free live CSS manipulation, making it handy for quick edits, product demonstrations, and testing new ideas.

Extension stats

Users: 30,000+
Version: 1.8.0 (Last updated: 2014-12-03)
Creation date: 2014-12-02
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • <all_urls>
Size: 24.96K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

This extension provides a text box on any HTML page so that you can write CSS freely and immediately see the results. I use it every day for quick edits, product demos and other testing out new ideas.

The extension options allow you to set a default key command to open and close the editor; turn off the warning that is shown when you close the editor; and enable or disable the automatic saving of your changes when you close the editor.

Version 1.8.0 includes the following changes:

  • The ability to set a default editor size
  • Warnings and error messages when trying to use the editor in places that it won't work
  • Improved the CSS to make sure it isn't impacted by other page CSS
  • Use the Chrome Keyboard Shortcuts instead of a custom shortcut (BREAKING CHANGE)
  • Code cleanup

Version 1.7.3 is mostly a version bump for manifest 2 support. It just brings it up to support the latest versions of Chrome.

Version 1.7 includes:

  • Ability to move the window left / right as well as top / bottom.
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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Useful for testing website CSS codes before going live.
  • Helpful for fixing compatibility issues.
  • Easy to use.
Cons
  • Not supported and outdated.
  • No option to save edits for future visits.
  • Lacks documentation and has too many ads.
  • Issues with CSS changes disappearing.
  • Doesn't open or function properly.
Most mentioned
  • SuperDev Pro is a recommended alternative.
  • The extension is no longer supported.
  • No option to save edits.
  • Problems with the extension not opening.
Recent reviews
its great extension. I use Live CSS Editor regulary for testing website css codes before running on live website or sometimes when some websites have little compatiblity problem I use this to fix the view for myself. thanks alot.
by Peyman Zakhire, 2022-04-05

browser code inspector is better
by strapen2good, 2020-03-03

Doesnt open
by Yosef Park, 2019-09-13
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

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

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