Setup

🛠️ Setup

Welcome to the Setup Guide for Chrome-Assist! Follow these simple steps to install and configure the extension for a seamless experience.

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🚀 Installation

Install the Latest Release

1. Download the Build:
   Head to the Releases Section and download the latest release (ZIP file).

2. Extract the ZIP File:
   Unpack the downloaded ZIP file into a local folder on your system.

3. Load the Extension in Chrome:

   1. Open Chrome and navigate to chrome://extensions.
   2. Toggle Developer Mode (in the top-right corner).
   3. Click Load unpacked and select the folder containing the extracted files.

4. 🛡️ Grant Permissions:
   Ensure you grant permissions for storage, scripting, and active tabs to allow Chrome-Assist to function properly. You should also grant permission for Voice in site settings in this Chrome Extension settings to use the Voice Input functionality in the home page.

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🧑‍💻 Build from Source

Alternatively, you can build the extension manually:

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/gurveervirk/chrome-assist.git

2. Install Dependencies:
   Navigate to the project directory and run:

   npm install

3. Build the Project:
   Generate the production build using:

   npm run build

4. Load the Build Folder:
   Follow the steps under "Load the Extension in Chrome" above, using the build folder.

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⚠️ Prerequisites

• Chrome Version: Ensure you are using Chrome 129.0.6639.0 or above.
• Experimental APIs Enabled:
  1. Navigate to chrome://flags.
  2. Search for and enable "Built-In AI APIs".
  3. Restart Chrome to apply the changes.

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You're all set! Head over to the Functionalities page to learn how to use Chrome-Assist's powerful features. 🎉