Installing Bookmarklets

Simple Instructions

March 19, 2024 by cryan.com

Ensure the Bookmarks Bar is Visible:

• If you don't see the bookmarks bar, press CTRL + SHIFT + B to display it.
• Alternatively, click the three dots in the upper right corner, hover over "Bookmarks," and check "Show bookmarks bar."

Add the Bookmarklet:

• Visit the web page where the bookmarklet is offered as a link.
• Drag and drop the bookmarklet link to the bookmarks bar.
• If you want to create a bookmarklet from scratch:
• Right-click on the bookmarks bar.
• Select "Add page."
• Give it a name.
• In the URL field, paste the JavaScript code for the bookmarklet. Remember to prefix it with javascript:.

Using the Bookmarklet:

• To use the bookmarklet, simply click on it in the bookmarks bar.
• It will run on the current web page.

Remember to minify the JavaScript code and remove any comments before adding it to the URL field. Enjoy your new bookmarklet!