Quick Query Extension

Welcome to the Quick Query Chrome extension!

Why This Extension Exists

Do you find yourself frequently typing search queries with specific keywords? The Quick Query extension is here to make your life easier! Now you can quickly configure and use URL templates to streamline your searches right from the omnibox.

Usage Instructions

After installing the extension, type q followed by a keyword and your search term in the address bar. If no keyword is entered, the default template is used.

The keyword must match an existing URL template; the search term will replace {KEY} in the URL Template. Click the extension in the top right corner to add/update URL templates.

Examples

Using a custom keyword:

q myKeyword mySearchTerm

Using the default URL Template:

q mySearchTerm

Example Use Cases:

1. Query Parameters https://example.com?q={KEY} becomes https://example.com?q=mySearchTerm

2. Subdomains https://{KEY}.example.com becomes https://mySearchTerm.example.com

Developer Notes

We use make to ensure the extension files, including manifest.json, built scripts, and icons, are in the appropriate directories and zipped for distribution. The Makefile has only been tested on MacOs.

Zip the Extension:

Creates the tmp/ and dist/ directories - along with a zip file used for distribution.

make

Delete the tmp/ and dist/ directories:

make clean

Contributions

If you have an idea for a new feature/fix, please open a pull request or create an issue with a detailed description. I'm open to all suggestions! Thanks!