Description
This extension creates a tinyurl for the current browser tab.
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Ranking Summary
#8,167
Overall Rank
#6,781
Extension Rank
Review Summary
Users find TinyURL extension simple, fast, and effective at shortening URLs without unnecessary complexity. However, many highlight the inconvenience of no automatic copying to clipboard, needing manual selection and copying of links, sometimes including unwanted formatting. Suggestions include adding an auto-copy feature and a quick copy button. A few users report issues with the extension not appearing or malfunctioning. Overall, it fulfills its purpose well but has room for usability improvements.
Pros
- Simple and easy to use for shortening URLs.
- Fast and efficient in generating tiny URLs.
- Creates clean and reliable shortened links.
- No unnecessary features, focuses on its core function.
- Useful for saving effort and avoiding typing long URLs.
Cons
- Does not automatically copy the shortened URL to clipboard, requiring manual copying.
- Manual copying also copies formatting along with URL, which is inconvenient.
- Lacks a copy button or simpler way to copy the shortened URL.
- Some users experience the extension not showing up or stopping to work.
- Outdated use of http instead of https for generating links.
Permissions
This extension can:
- tabs
- http://www.tinyurl.com/
Additional Information
Version
1.0
Updated
April 7, 2013
Size
0.01 MB
Languages
en
Developer Information
AuthorEd Robinson
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