Description
A Google Chrome Extension to always clear the downloads list of all completed downloads.
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Always Clear Downloads 3 is a simple and effective extension that automatically clears or hides the Chrome download shelf after downloads complete. Users appreciate its delay setting and open-source maintenance. Common issues include occasional failure to clear the bar or history fully, unwanted clearing of entire download history, premature hiding when multiple downloads run simultaneously, and compatibility problems with Chrome updates. Despite some bugs, it remains a valued tool for reducing download distractions in the browsing experience.
Pros
- Automatically clears or hides download shelf after downloads finish, reducing screen clutter.
- Allows users to set a delay time for clearing downloads, providing customization.
- Simple, lightweight, and reliable in performing its primary function.
- Open source and maintained with updates to support newer Chrome versions.
- Highly appreciated by users for improving browsing experience by removing download distractions.
Cons
- Occasionally fails to clear the download bar or download history, requiring fixes.
- Clears entire download history list (Ctrl+J), which some users do not want.
- Hides the download bar immediately when one download finishes, even if others are still ongoing.
- Stops working on some newer Chrome versions or after updates.
- Does not automatically remove canceled downloads from the list.
Permissions
This extension can:
- downloads
- storage
Additional Information
3.0
March 3, 2025
0.02 MB
en-US
Developer Information
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