20+Crazy Useful Google Chrome Extensions You Should Be Using
Tags: productivity, beginners, programming, webdev
Published: 2022-08-16 09:07:00

## 1. [StayFocusd](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/stayfocusd/laankejkbhbdhmipfmgcngdelahlfoji)

**StayFocusd** increases your productivity by limiting the amount of time that you can spend on time-wasting websites.

![Stayfocusd.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/u1ahuadto3yn0pgw80i4.jpg)
 

## 2. [Raindrop.io](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/raindropio/ldgfbffkinooeloadekpmfoklnobpien?hl=en)

Raindrop.io is a one-stop bookmark manager that allows you to save anything from photos to links, clip articles, PDFs, webpages, and more. 

![Raindrop.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/zqco5gkdru8juw42e8fc.jpg)

## 3. [Kami](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/kami-for-google-chrome/ecnphlgnajanjnkcmbpancdjoidceilk?hl=en)

Kami is a solid Chrome extension for students, teachers, researchers, and educators. It’s a PDF and document annotation tool that can be a life-saver for students and educators. 

![Kami.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/x3w0h3hhc6cjpefo45l5.png)

## 4. [Noisli](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/noisli/klejemegaoblahjdpcajmpcnjjmkmkkf)

Want to be productive but getting distracted by all the noise around you, then check out Noisli. Noisli is one of the best and most beautifully designed productivity companions.

![Noisli.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/u259jeagu117l2vksk3c.jpg)
 
## 5. [Marinara](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/marinara-pomodoro%C2%AE-assist/lojgmehidjdhhbmpjfamhpkpodfcodef)

Another great way to improve your productivity is by using the Pomodoro technique. If you are not familiar with the term, it basically states that you should work in a cycle of deep work and rest. The basic cycle is 25 minutes of work followed by 5 minutes of rest, however, you can change the time as per your personal capacity.

![Marinara.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/9qxm7pb75rf3fyewcqny.jpg)

## 6. [Grammarly](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/grammarly-grammar-checker/kbfnbcaeplbcioakkpcpgfkobkghlhen)

Whether you are replying to emails or drafting your next article on Google Docs, Grammarly is an extension that can help you write better. It uses its underlying technology to identify grammatical errors in your writing, which are otherwise missed by any other word processor.

![Grammarly.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/80imhl4iw2xyivhds1rt.jpg)

## 7. [Bitwarden](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/bitwarden-free-password-m/nngceckbapebfimnlniiiahkandclblb?hl=en)

While there are a lot of password managers which can help you secure your passwords, Bitwarden is probably my favorite as it is truly cross-platform, offers more features with its free tier, and is cheaper than most password managers out there. That’s why when it came to choosing a password manager extension, I went with Bitwarden.

![Bitwarden.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/xakldwx1s4v30ih485hb.jpg)

## 8. [Pushbullet](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/pushbullet/chlffgpmiacpedhhbkiomidkjlcfhogd)

With Pushbullet, you can reply to messages, chat on services like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger, share links and files, see all the notifications, and do so much more. PushBullet is like having your Android device on your desktop.

![Pushbullet.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/e2g6cd4evr6ocs55bqh6.jpg)

## 9. [Todoist](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/todoist-for-chrome/jldhpllghnbhlbpcmnajkpdmadaolakh?hl=en)

Ranked as “the best to-do list right now” by The Verge, Todoist is used by 25 million people to organize, plan and collaborate on projects, both big and small.

![Todoist.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/9z5g6m2eicwowa4ttpsr.jpg)
 
## 10. [Honey](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/honey-automatic-coupons-r/bmnlcjabgnpnenekpadlanbbkooimhnj)

Honey saves you the time you spend searching for coupons by automatically applying the best available coupon while you are making a purchase. Honey is the best Chrome extension for users who want to save both money and time.

![Honey.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/wvvvtspmtmhvfzpd0uxw.jpg)
 
## 11. [Save Image as Type](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/save-image-as-type/gabfmnliflodkdafenbcpjdlppllnemd?hl=en)

There are times when you download images and it turns out a WEBP file. In such cases, you have to open a photo editor and convert the image to JPG or PNG. Save Image as Type extension lets you directly download an image in an image format of your choice from the web. That’s awesome, right?

![SaveImageAsType.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/9ey1wh5mrxu4y3spajim.jpg)

## 12. [Distill](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/distill-web-monitor/inlikjemeeknofckkjolnjbpehgadgge)

If you want to monitor a webpage for changes then this extension will do the job for you. The extension will monitor the webpage and if it finds any change then it will alert you via email, SMS, push notification on the phone, and more. That’s one handy tool, right?

![Distill.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/lzx5m1gk3gnv5plc1276.jpg)
 
## 13. [Clipt](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/clipt/ngpicahlgepngcpigiiebnheihgbaenh?hl=en)
 
Clipt is a Chrome extension from OnePlus Labs which makes it easier and more seamless to use devices of different ecosystems together. Similar to PushBullet, Clipt also lets you send files between your devices in a more seamless manner, which is great.

![Clipt.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/475r57gfjs2ngukbpy1a.jpg)

## 14. [LastPass: Free Password Manager](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/lastpass-free-password-ma/hdokiejnpimakedhajhdlcegeplioahd?hl=en-US)

Stop wasting time  getting locked out of accounts or filling passwords and forms online – LastPass  simplifies your daily online tasks  while keeping you  and your family  secure.   

![Lastpass.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/abnulncv3247qdpzhmn4.jpg)

## 15. [NoFap Panic Button](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/nofap-panic-button/dgoanlacpjfionnlbhnecopndppgbkfo/related) 

It does what it promises and does it perfectly. Odds are you need this app for something in your life. If you're about to mess up and you know it, this will help you turn around. NoFap Panic Button is free and easy to use!

![NoFap.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/l16zg8avd4dw6uxuhjve.jpg)
 
## 16. [Tab Ahead](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tab-ahead/naoajjeoiblmpegfelhkapanmmaaghmi)

If you have a lot of tabs open, this extension lets you search by title or URL to find a certain one quickly. What a lifesaver. 

![Tab Ahead.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/xgn0onkjpa0d5tnohbfv.jpg)

## 17. [Momentum](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/momentum/laookkfknpbbblfpciffpaejjkokdgca?hl=en) 

Achieve your goals faster and more consistently with your own personal dashboard. Featuring to-do lists, weather, daily photos, and encouraging quotes. Join over 3 million energized users who have levelled-up their workspace and day-to-day productivity with Momentum.

![Momentum.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/tsssuxnkhybkbe9cdv3s.jpg)

## 18. [Speed Dial 2 New Tab](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/speed-dial-2-new-tab/jpfpebmajhhopeonhlcgidhclcccjcik)

All your favorite websites - always one click away!  Speed Dial is a simple, fast, and intuitive new tab page that lets you save and organize your favorite websites. 

![Speed Dial 2 New Tab.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/3kgptq0z7d5w30ys7h57.jpg)
 
## 19. [Save to Pocket](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/save-to-pocket/niloccemoadcdkdjlinkgdfekeahmflj)

Save articles and videos that you don't have time to watch to your "Pocket", to read later. You can sync between your phone and computer as well to make it even easier.

![SaveToPocket.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/5ese7b77st38b0ntzm0r.jpg)
 
## 20. [Cloud To Butt Plus](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/cloud-to-butt-plus/apmlngnhgbnjpajelfkmabhkfapgnoai?hl=en)

Replaces the word "cloud" with the word "butt". Why not? 

![Cloud.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/9qkpz4r9dzb268txtd0z.png)
 
## 21. [Wappalyzer](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/wappalyzer-technology-pro/gppongmhjkpfnbhagpmjfkannfbllamg)

The extension is a must-have for developers who want to know what websites are built with. Find out what CMS a website is using, as well as any framework, ecommerce platform, JavaScript libraries and many more.

![Wappalyzer.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/rhy92ew95mugzlp8s5a6.jpg)

## 22. [Gitpod](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/gitpod-always-ready-to-co/dodmmooeoklaejobgleioelladacbeki)
 
A must-have for any developer! This extension adds a button to your GitLab, GitHub, and Bitbucket projects to easily spin up a dev environment with a single click.

![GitPod.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/jvm0tjy3fxx28y4au9wa.jpg)

## 23. [Manganum](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/manganum-1-new-tab-for-ch/jbfeongihppeenfnaofmdeikahaefljd)

This one is for people who like simple onboarding and value extensions for free. It supports quick access to your most visited sites, a language translator, a calender, tasks, notes, a motivational widget and plenty more already in the works such as SMS.
![Manganum.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/8faj0ucpwcmuklhak82m.jpg)

## 24. [KeyPass XC Password Manager](https://keepassxc.org/)

KeePassXC is a free open-source password manager. If you’re done with the cloud-based services, it might be just for you. Using KeePassXC gives you complete control over your passwords by storing everything in a secure local file instead of on a remote server, which for many users is preferable given the prevalence of data breaches. 

![Keypass.png](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/vrm4f9j7foqljq9hg7q5.png)