General Questions

What is Extension Manager?

Extension Manager is a modern browser extension that helps you organize, manage, and control your Chrome/Edge extensions. It replaces Chrome's clunky built-in manager with a fast, beautiful, and highly organized interface featuring custom folders, bulk actions, smart search, and more.

Is Extension Manager free?

Yes! Core features are free with no limitations, ads, or subscriptions.

In the future, we may introduce optional premium features (like advanced automation and team collaboration).

See pricing: https://apercallc.com/pricing

Which browsers are supported?

• ✅ Google Chrome (Chromium-based, version 88+)
• ✅ Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
• ✅ Brave, Opera, Vivaldi (most Chromium browsers)
• ❌ Firefox (different extension API — not currently supported)

How is this different from Chrome's built-in extension manager?

Chrome's built-in manager is functional but limited:

| Feature | Chrome Built-In | Extension Manager |

|---------|----------------|-------------------|

| Organization | ❌ Alphabetical list only | ✅ Custom folders & groups |

| Bulk actions | ❌ One at a time | ✅ Toggle entire folders |

| Search | ❌ No search | ✅ Instant smart search |

| UI/UX | ❌ Outdated design | ✅ Modern, themeable |

| Speed | ⚠️ Requires page load | ✅ Instant popup |

| Visibility | ❌ Hard to see status | ✅ Clear visual indicators |

Extension Manager is designed for power users with 10+ extensions who want speed, organization, and control.

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Installation & Setup

How do I install Extension Manager?

Chrome Web Store:

1. Visit the Chrome Web Store (link coming soon)
2. Click "Add to Chrome"
3. Confirm permissions

Microsoft Edge Add-ons:

1. Visit Edge Add-ons Store
2. Click "Get"
3. Confirm permissions

What permissions does Extension Manager need?

Extension Manager requires minimal permissions:

• management — To view, enable, and disable your extensions
• storage — To save your folder structure and preferences locally
• tabs (optional) — To open extension options pages when you click them

We never access:

• Browsing history
• Personal data
• Website content
• Extension internal data

Read our Privacy Policy

Can I use Extension Manager without an internet connection?

Yes! Extension Manager works 100% offline. All data is stored locally on your device, so you can organize and manage extensions without any internet connection.

The only exception is Chrome Sync (optional), which requires internet to sync across devices.

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Folders & Organization

How do I create a folder?

1. Open Extension Manager popup
2. Click "+ New Folder" button
3. Enter a folder name (e.g., "Work Tools")
4. Optionally add an emoji (e.g., 💼)
5. Click "Create"

Your folder appears immediately!

How many folders can I create?

Unlimited! There's no restriction on the number of folders you can create.

However, for best organization, we recommend:

• 5-10 folders for most users
• 10-20 folders for power users with 50+ extensions

Can I nest folders inside other folders?

Not currently, but nested folders are coming soon in a future update!

For now, you can use naming conventions like:

• Work - Client A
• Work - Client B
• Work - Internal Tools

How do I move extensions between folders?

Method 1: Drag & Drop

• Drag any extension and drop it onto a folder name

Method 2: Right-Click Menu

• Right-click extension → "Move to Folder" → Select folder

Method 3: Bulk Move

• Select multiple extensions (checkboxes)
• Click "Move to Folder" in toolbar
• Choose destination folder

Can I put one extension in multiple folders?

Not currently. Each extension can only be in one folder at a time.

If you need an extension in multiple contexts, consider:

• Creating a "Shared Tools" folder
• Using smart naming (e.g., "Work & Personal")

Multi-folder support is on our roadmap!

How do I rename or delete a folder?

Rename:

• Right-click folder name → "Rename"
• Or click the ⚙️ icon next to the folder name

Delete:

• Right-click folder → "Delete Folder"
• Extensions move back to "All Extensions" (they're not uninstalled)

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Toggling & Managing Extensions

How do I enable/disable an extension?

Single extension:

• Click the toggle switch next to any extension

Entire folder:

• Click the toggle switch next to the folder name
• All extensions in that folder enable/disable together

Bulk selection:

• Check boxes next to multiple extensions
• Click "Enable All" or "Disable All" in the toolbar

Does disabling an extension in Extension Manager affect Chrome's settings?

Yes! Extension Manager uses Chrome's official chrome.management API, so any changes you make sync with Chrome's built-in extension manager.

If you disable an extension in Extension Manager, it's also disabled in chrome://extensions.

Can I bulk-enable or bulk-disable extensions?

Absolutely! This is one of Extension Manager's best features:

By folder:

• Click the folder toggle to enable/disable all extensions in that folder

By selection:

• Check boxes next to multiple extensions
• Click "Enable All" or "Disable All" button

Perfect for context switching (e.g., "Work Mode" → enable work folder, disable gaming folder).

Can I uninstall extensions from Extension Manager?

Yes!

• Right-click any extension → "Uninstall"
• Confirm the action
• Extension is removed from Chrome

Be careful — uninstalling is permanent and will delete the extension's data!

Can I view extension details or settings?

Yes! Right-click any extension and choose:

• "View Details" — Opens chrome://extensions with that extension's info
• "Options" — Opens the extension's settings page (if available)
• "Visit Website" — Opens the extension's homepage

Or click the extension icon for quick info inside Extension Manager.

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Search & Filtering

How does search work?

Extension Manager features instant smart search:

• Type in the search bar at the top
• Results update as you type
• Searches extension names, descriptions, and IDs
• Fuzzy matching helps with typos

Examples:

• "react" → Finds "React DevTools"
• "json" → Finds "JSON Formatter"
• "grammr" → Finds "Grammarly" (fuzzy match)

Can I filter extensions by status?

Yes! Use the filter dropdown:

• All — Show all extensions
• Enabled — Only active extensions
• Disabled — Only inactive extensions

You can also combine filters with search!

Can I search within a specific folder?

Not yet, but folder-specific search is coming soon!

For now, you can:

1. Click a folder to view only its extensions
2. Use the search bar to search within that view

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Sync & Data

Does Extension Manager sync across devices?

Yes (optional)! If you enable Chrome Sync:

What syncs:

• ✅ Folder structure
• ✅ Extension organization
• ✅ Theme preferences
• ✅ Display settings

What doesn't sync:

• ❌ Extension enable/disable states (Chrome limitation)

How to enable:

1. Sign into Chrome with your Google account
2. Enable Chrome Sync in Settings → Sync and Google services
3. Your Extension Manager data syncs automatically

Is my data stored on your servers?

No! Extension Manager uses 100% local storage by default.

If you enable Chrome Sync, your data is stored and encrypted by Google Chrome (not us). We never have access to your data.

Read our Privacy Policy

Can I export my folder structure?

Coming soon! We're working on export/import features:

• Export folders and organization as JSON
• Import on new devices or browsers
• Share folder templates with teams

What happens to my data if I uninstall Extension Manager?

If you uninstall Extension Manager:

• All local data (folders, settings) is deleted immediately
• Chrome Sync data may remain in your Google account temporarily
• Your actual extensions are not affected — they remain installed

Tip: Export your configuration before uninstalling (feature coming soon).

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Privacy & Security

Do you track my extension usage?

No! Extension Manager has:

• ❌ Zero analytics
• ❌ Zero tracking
• ❌ Zero telemetry
• ❌ No external servers

We don't know who you are, what extensions you use, or how you organize them. Your data is 100% private.

Can Extension Manager see my browsing history?

No! We never request or access:

• Browsing history
• Website content
• Tabs or navigation data
• Forms, passwords, or personal info

We only access:

• Your extension list (names, icons, IDs)
• Extension enable/disable states
• Extension metadata (versions, descriptions)

Is Extension Manager open source?

Yes! We're committed to transparency. Our code repository is coming soon.

Open source benefits:

• Full code review for security
• Community contributions welcome
• Verify privacy claims yourself

What data does Extension Manager collect?

None! Extension Manager collects zero data. No analytics, no tracking, no personal information.

The only data we store is on your device:

• Your folder structure
• Your preferences (theme, view settings)
• Extension organization

If you enable Chrome Sync, this data syncs via Google (encrypted and managed by Chrome).

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Performance & Technical

Does Extension Manager slow down my browser?

No! Extension Manager is extremely lightweight:

• Memory usage: ~5-10 MB typical
• Storage: <1 MB for data
• CPU: Minimal background usage
• No network calls: Everything is local

It won't affect browser performance or speed.

How many extensions can Extension Manager handle?

Extension Manager is optimized for performance and can handle:

• 100+ extensions with no lag
• Unlimited folders
• Instant search even with large libraries

We use lazy loading and efficient caching to keep everything fast.

Can I use keyboard shortcuts?

Yes! Extension Manager is keyboard-friendly:

Global shortcut:

• Ctrl+Shift+E (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Shift+E (Mac) — Open Extension Manager
• Customize at chrome://extensions/shortcuts

Inside popup:

• Ctrl/Cmd + K — Focus search bar
• Ctrl/Cmd + N — New folder
• Arrow keys — Navigate extensions
• Enter — Toggle selected extension
• ESC — Close popup or clear search

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Troubleshooting

Extension Manager isn't showing up in my toolbar

Solution:

1. Click the puzzle piece icon (🧩) in your toolbar
2. Find "Extension Manager"
3. Click the pin icon to pin it to your toolbar

My folders aren't syncing across devices

Check:

1. Are you signed into Chrome on both devices?
2. Is Chrome Sync enabled? (Settings → Sync and Google services)
3. Is "Extensions" checked in Sync settings?
4. Try manually triggering a sync: chrome://settings/syncSetup

Extensions aren't toggling on/off

Solutions:

• Refresh the Extension Manager popup
• Check if Chrome itself can toggle the extension (chrome://extensions)
• Some extensions (like Chrome's built-in ones) can't be disabled
• Restart Chrome and try again

Search isn't finding my extension

Tips:

• Try searching by part of the name (e.g., "react" instead of "React DevTools")
• Check if the extension is in a specific folder (clear filters)
• Try searching by extension ID (visible in details)

Extension Manager stopped working after an update

Solutions:

1. Reload the extension: chrome://extensions → Click reload on Extension Manager
2. Clear Extension Manager data: Right-click icon → Options → Reset
3. Reinstall Extension Manager (your data will be lost unless synced)

I accidentally deleted a folder

Solution:

• Extensions aren't deleted — they move back to "All Extensions"
• Recreate the folder and re-organize
• If synced, check another device for the folder structure
• Export/import feature (coming soon) will help prevent this

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Feature Requests & Support

How do I request a feature?

We love feedback! To request a feature:

1. Email: support@apercallc.com
2. GitHub Issues: (repository coming soon)
3. Community forum: (coming soon)

Popular requests we're already working on:

• Nested folders
• Export/import configurations
• Usage analytics (local only)
• Custom themes
• Extension recommendations

How do I report a bug?

Email us: support@apercallc.com

Please include:

• Browser version (Chrome/Edge)
• Extension Manager version
• Steps to reproduce
• Screenshots (if applicable)

We aim to respond within 48 hours!

Can I contribute to Extension Manager?

Yes! Once our repository is public:

• Submit bug reports
• Suggest features
• Contribute code (PRs welcome)
• Help with documentation
• Translate to other languages

Stay tuned for the GitHub repository launch!

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Future & Roadmap

What features are coming next?

Near-term (next 3-6 months):

• Export/import folder configurations
• Nested folders
• Custom folder colors
• Extension update notifications
• Performance insights dashboard

Long-term (6-12 months):

• Usage analytics (local only)
• Smart auto-organization
• Mobile companion app
• Team collaboration features
• Custom themes

Will Extension Manager always be free?

Current features will always be free!

We may introduce optional premium features in the future (advanced automation, team collaboration, priority support), but:

• All existing features remain free
• No ads, ever
• No forced upgrades
• Premium features are optional extras

Can I use Extension Manager for my team/company?

Yes! Extension Manager is great for teams:

• Share folder templates (export/import coming soon)
• Standardize extension setups
• Onboard new team members faster
• Manage development/testing extensions

Team features (coming soon):

• Shared folder templates
• Team licenses (premium)
• Centralized management

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Still Have Questions?

Contact us:

• 📧 Email: support@apercallc.com
• 🌐 Website: https://apercallc.com
• 📚 Documentation: https://apercallc.com/docs/extension-manager

We're here to help! 🚀