Description
Easily and quickly download multiple files from websites.
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Ranking Summary
Overall Rank
Extension Rank
"Include" Keyword
"File" Keyword
"Downloader" Keyword
"Download" Keyword
Review Summary
Users appreciate Multi-File Downloader for its time-saving ability to batch download many files easily, with effective file naming and clear progress. It outperforms some higher-rated extensions and enhances productivity. However, multiple users report instability, crashes, UI freezes, and inconsistent link detection. The extension often does not override Chrome's save prompts, causing many dialogs to appear. It struggles on credential-protected or social media sites, downloading only thumbnails. The interface can be unintuitive or large, and the extension lacks a true 'Download all' feature. Despite flaws, it remains a helpful tool for bulk downloads.
Pros
- Saves a significant amount of time by allowing multiple files to be downloaded simultaneously.
- Simple and easy to use interface once figured out.
- Effectively names files based on link text, avoiding duplicate filenames.
- Quick downloads with clear progress indication.
- Useful for downloading data files and links on web pages.
- Works better than other similar extensions for mass downloads.
- Supports downloading hundreds of files which would otherwise require individual clicks.
- Positive impact on productivity by reducing repetitive manual downloads.
Cons
- Random and unstable behavior on some websites, especially those requiring credentials.
- Does not override Chrome's 'always ask' save dialog leading to multiple prompts despite settings.
- Sometimes fails to find any links to download on certain pages.
- Crashes or freezes during use, causing CPU spikes and UI hangs.
- Cannot download full-sized images on social media platforms like Facebook, only thumbnails.
- Lacks a convenient 'Download all' option, requiring individual save dialog confirmations.
- Interface can be unintuitive or too large and cluttered, items not fitting on screen.
- Needs updates to fix bugs and improve stability.
Permissions
This extension can:
- downloads
- activeTab
- storage
Additional Information
2.3
September 8, 2019
0.03 MB
en-GB
Developer Information
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