RennisDeynolds
I am untethered and my rage knows no bounds!
Ublock origin lite from the same dev is on chrome
With the death of Ublock Origin on Chrome, what are we switching to?
CodeKansas
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Homeboy just put me on all the ad blockers on Brave. Got Twitch ads kilt. Now that Outer Heaven channel can't hit me with 4 minute ad breaks when they're live. 
lite is trash.
got it on my work computer and IT don't wanna install FF or brave
RennisDeynolds
I am untethered and my rage knows no bounds!
Well it's the best option.
RennisDeynolds
I am untethered and my rage knows no bounds!
Homeboy just put me on all the ad blockers on Brave. Got Twitch ads kilt. Now that Outer Heaven channel can't hit me with 4 minute ad breaks when they're live.
So put us on then
trap101-ETHout-Allegri-In
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WORD?
.... Firefox folded????...
.. Damn.... my whole setup been Firefox oriented cause I thought they remained privacy focused. I have been observing the amount of new updates recently that do seem privacy compromising....
Me too, even have their VPNWORD?
to fix twitter / ig iframe embeds not loading, disable Enhanced Tracking Protection for thecoli.com by clicking on the Shield icon to the left of the lockpad icon near the address bar.
can you run portable executables?
If you know a tiny bit about html you can go to the ublock extension page, the 'Add to chrome' button will be greyed out, but if you right click and inspect, then change the 'disabled' element to 'enabled' it lets you click the button like normal and it works lmao... That's how I got mine back.
Can you please elaborate? Can't find which part I need to change to "enabled"
NVM, found it. Look for this bit of code and change disabled to enabled and it works
disabled="" aria-describedby="c5"
NVM, found it. Look for this bit of code and change disabled to enabled and it works
disabled="" aria-describedby="c5"
Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to install uBlock Origin in Google Chrome. As of March 5, 2025, Google has been phasing out the original uBlock Origin due to its use of the older Manifest V2 framework, and it may be disabled or unavailable in the Chrome Web Store. However, there are still ways to install it, either through the Web Store (if it’s still accessible) or manually via GitHub. I’ll cover both methods in plain language, including a trick from Reddit to bypass a disabled "Add to Chrome" button if needed.
---
### Option 1: Install uBlock Origin from the Chrome Web Store (If Still Available)
This is the easiest way if Chrome hasn’t fully blocked it yet.
1. **Open Chrome:**
- Launch your Google Chrome browser on your computer.
2. **Go to the Chrome Web Store:**
- In the address bar at the top, type `chrome.google.com/webstore` and press Enter.
3. **Search for uBlock Origin:**
- In the search bar on the left side of the Web Store, type "uBlock Origin" and hit Enter.
- Look for the extension named "uBlock Origin" by Raymond Hill. It usually has a red shield icon with a white "u" on it.
4. **Add it to Chrome:**
- Click on the uBlock Origin listing.
- If the "Add to Chrome" button is blue and clickable, click it.
- A pop-up will ask for permission. Click "Add Extension."
- Wait a moment, and you’ll see a message saying it’s been added. The uBlock Origin icon should appear near the top-right corner of Chrome (next to the address bar).
5. **Check if it’s Working:**
- Visit a website with ads (like a news site). If the ads don’t show up, uBlock Origin is working! You don’t need to tweak anything—it blocks ads automatically.
---
### If the "Add to Chrome" Button is Greyed Out (Reddit Trick)
Sometimes, the "Add to Chrome" button is greyed out because Google has disabled it. Here’s how to fix that using a simple HTML tweak from Reddit:
1. **Go to the uBlock Origin Page:**
- Follow steps 1-3 above to get to the uBlock Origin page in the Chrome Web Store.
2. **Open Inspect Tool:**
- Find the greyed-out "Add to Chrome" button.
- Right-click the button and select "Inspect" from the menu. This opens a panel with a bunch of code.
3. **Find the Disabled Code:**
- In the code panel, look for a line that includes `disabled=""` near where the cursor is highlighting the button. It might look like this: `<button disabled="" aria-describedby="c5">Add to Chrome</button>`.
- The exact line might vary slightly, but you’re looking for `disabled=""`.
4. **Change "Disabled" to "Enabled":**
- Double-click the word `disabled=""` in the code.
- Type `enabled=""` in its place and press Enter.
- The "Add to Chrome" button should now turn blue and become clickable.
5. **Install It:**
- Click the newly enabled "Add to Chrome" button.
- Follow the pop-up instructions (click "Add Extension"), and it should install.
6. **Verify It Works:**
- Check the top-right corner for the uBlock Origin icon. Test it on a website with ads to confirm it’s blocking them.
*Note:* This trick might stop working if Google patches it, but as of now, users report it still works.
---
### Option 2: Install uBlock Origin Manually from GitHub
If the Web Store method doesn’t work (e.g., uBlock Origin is removed or blocked), you can install it manually. This takes a few extra steps but is still doable.
1. **Go to the uBlock Origin GitHub Page:**
- Open Chrome and go to `github.com/gorhill/uBlock`.
- Scroll down and click on the "Releases" section (or go directly to `github.com/gorhill/uBlock/releases`).
2. **Download the Latest Version:**
- Look for the latest release at the top (e.g., "1.56.0" or whatever the newest number is).
- Under "Assets," find a file called something like `uBlock0_1.56.0.chromium.zip` (the "chromium" part means it’s for Chrome).
- Click it to download the ZIP file to your computer.
3. **Unzip the File:**
- Find the downloaded file (usually in your Downloads folder).
- Right-click it and choose "Extract All" (on Windows) or double-click it (on Mac) to unzip it.
- You’ll get a folder named something like `uBlock0_1.56.0.chromium`. Rename it to just `uBlock` for simplicity.
4. **Enable Developer Mode in Chrome:**
- In Chrome, click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
- Go to "Extensions" (or type `chrome://extensions/` in the address bar and press Enter).
- In the top-right corner, toggle the "Developer mode" switch to ON.
5. **Load the Extension:**
- Click the "Load unpacked" button that appears after enabling Developer mode.
- A file explorer window will pop up. Navigate to where you saved the `uBlock` folder, select it, and click "Open" or "Select Folder."
- Chrome will load uBlock Origin, and you’ll see it in your extensions list.
6. **Test It:**
- Look for the uBlock Origin icon in the top-right corner (you might need to click the puzzle piece icon and pin it).
- Visit a website with ads. If they’re gone, it’s working!
*Tip:* To update later, download the new ZIP from GitHub, unzip it, and replace the contents of your `uBlock` folder with the new files. Then, go back to `chrome://extensions/` and click the refresh arrow on the uBlock Origin entry.
---
### What to Do If It’s Disabled by Chrome
Google might disable uBlock Origin after installation, showing a message like "This extension is no longer supported." Here’s how to turn it back on (temporarily):
1. **Go to Extensions:**
- Type `chrome://extensions/` in the address bar and press Enter.
2. **Find uBlock Origin:**
- Look for uBlock Origin in the list. It might say "Disabled" or have a warning.
3. **Turn It On:**
- If there’s a toggle switch next to it, slide it to ON. This might work for now, though Google could remove this option later.
*Note:* This is a short-term fix. Eventually, Chrome will fully block Manifest V2 extensions like uBlock Origin. If this happens, consider switching to uBlock Origin Lite (available in the Web Store) or using a different browser like Firefox, where uBlock Origin still works fully.
---
### Final Tips
- **uBlock Origin Lite:** If all else fails, search for "uBlock Origin Lite" in the Chrome Web Store. It’s a lighter version that works with Chrome’s new rules but isn’t as powerful.
- **No Settings Needed:** Once installed, uBlock Origin blocks ads automatically. You don’t need to change anything unless you want to tweak it later.
- **Backup Option:** If Chrome blocks uBlock Origin completely, download Firefox (`mozilla.org`) and install uBlock Origin from its add-on store—it’s still fully supported there.
---
### Option 1: Install uBlock Origin from the Chrome Web Store (If Still Available)
This is the easiest way if Chrome hasn’t fully blocked it yet.
1. **Open Chrome:**
- Launch your Google Chrome browser on your computer.
2. **Go to the Chrome Web Store:**
- In the address bar at the top, type `chrome.google.com/webstore` and press Enter.
3. **Search for uBlock Origin:**
- In the search bar on the left side of the Web Store, type "uBlock Origin" and hit Enter.
- Look for the extension named "uBlock Origin" by Raymond Hill. It usually has a red shield icon with a white "u" on it.
4. **Add it to Chrome:**
- Click on the uBlock Origin listing.
- If the "Add to Chrome" button is blue and clickable, click it.
- A pop-up will ask for permission. Click "Add Extension."
- Wait a moment, and you’ll see a message saying it’s been added. The uBlock Origin icon should appear near the top-right corner of Chrome (next to the address bar).
5. **Check if it’s Working:**
- Visit a website with ads (like a news site). If the ads don’t show up, uBlock Origin is working! You don’t need to tweak anything—it blocks ads automatically.
---
### If the "Add to Chrome" Button is Greyed Out (Reddit Trick)
Sometimes, the "Add to Chrome" button is greyed out because Google has disabled it. Here’s how to fix that using a simple HTML tweak from Reddit:
1. **Go to the uBlock Origin Page:**
- Follow steps 1-3 above to get to the uBlock Origin page in the Chrome Web Store.
2. **Open Inspect Tool:**
- Find the greyed-out "Add to Chrome" button.
- Right-click the button and select "Inspect" from the menu. This opens a panel with a bunch of code.
3. **Find the Disabled Code:**
- In the code panel, look for a line that includes `disabled=""` near where the cursor is highlighting the button. It might look like this: `<button disabled="" aria-describedby="c5">Add to Chrome</button>`.
- The exact line might vary slightly, but you’re looking for `disabled=""`.
4. **Change "Disabled" to "Enabled":**
- Double-click the word `disabled=""` in the code.
- Type `enabled=""` in its place and press Enter.
- The "Add to Chrome" button should now turn blue and become clickable.
5. **Install It:**
- Click the newly enabled "Add to Chrome" button.
- Follow the pop-up instructions (click "Add Extension"), and it should install.
6. **Verify It Works:**
- Check the top-right corner for the uBlock Origin icon. Test it on a website with ads to confirm it’s blocking them.
*Note:* This trick might stop working if Google patches it, but as of now, users report it still works.
---
### Option 2: Install uBlock Origin Manually from GitHub
If the Web Store method doesn’t work (e.g., uBlock Origin is removed or blocked), you can install it manually. This takes a few extra steps but is still doable.
1. **Go to the uBlock Origin GitHub Page:**
- Open Chrome and go to `github.com/gorhill/uBlock`.
- Scroll down and click on the "Releases" section (or go directly to `github.com/gorhill/uBlock/releases`).
2. **Download the Latest Version:**
- Look for the latest release at the top (e.g., "1.56.0" or whatever the newest number is).
- Under "Assets," find a file called something like `uBlock0_1.56.0.chromium.zip` (the "chromium" part means it’s for Chrome).
- Click it to download the ZIP file to your computer.
3. **Unzip the File:**
- Find the downloaded file (usually in your Downloads folder).
- Right-click it and choose "Extract All" (on Windows) or double-click it (on Mac) to unzip it.
- You’ll get a folder named something like `uBlock0_1.56.0.chromium`. Rename it to just `uBlock` for simplicity.
4. **Enable Developer Mode in Chrome:**
- In Chrome, click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
- Go to "Extensions" (or type `chrome://extensions/` in the address bar and press Enter).
- In the top-right corner, toggle the "Developer mode" switch to ON.
5. **Load the Extension:**
- Click the "Load unpacked" button that appears after enabling Developer mode.
- A file explorer window will pop up. Navigate to where you saved the `uBlock` folder, select it, and click "Open" or "Select Folder."
- Chrome will load uBlock Origin, and you’ll see it in your extensions list.
6. **Test It:**
- Look for the uBlock Origin icon in the top-right corner (you might need to click the puzzle piece icon and pin it).
- Visit a website with ads. If they’re gone, it’s working!
*Tip:* To update later, download the new ZIP from GitHub, unzip it, and replace the contents of your `uBlock` folder with the new files. Then, go back to `chrome://extensions/` and click the refresh arrow on the uBlock Origin entry.
---
### What to Do If It’s Disabled by Chrome
Google might disable uBlock Origin after installation, showing a message like "This extension is no longer supported." Here’s how to turn it back on (temporarily):
1. **Go to Extensions:**
- Type `chrome://extensions/` in the address bar and press Enter.
2. **Find uBlock Origin:**
- Look for uBlock Origin in the list. It might say "Disabled" or have a warning.
3. **Turn It On:**
- If there’s a toggle switch next to it, slide it to ON. This might work for now, though Google could remove this option later.
*Note:* This is a short-term fix. Eventually, Chrome will fully block Manifest V2 extensions like uBlock Origin. If this happens, consider switching to uBlock Origin Lite (available in the Web Store) or using a different browser like Firefox, where uBlock Origin still works fully.
---
### Final Tips
- **uBlock Origin Lite:** If all else fails, search for "uBlock Origin Lite" in the Chrome Web Store. It’s a lighter version that works with Chrome’s new rules but isn’t as powerful.
- **No Settings Needed:** Once installed, uBlock Origin blocks ads automatically. You don’t need to change anything unless you want to tweak it later.
- **Backup Option:** If Chrome blocks uBlock Origin completely, download Firefox (`mozilla.org`) and install uBlock Origin from its add-on store—it’s still fully supported there.
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So when you scroll over a video it begins to play and you can click on the sound and the captions.I tried Adblock Plus just now, it skips ads quickly on youtube rather than blocking them, unacceptable. Just installed Adguard still have to see how it holds up. What are you using? I'll switch browsers if need be, which is what seems to be the advice from people in the know, but for now i'd rather use what i know in Chrome.
Edit: I'm talking desktop, feel free to suggest mobile options as well.
Also which video speed up plugin do you use? Im on this one.
It does primarily what it's supposed to do but can be wonky about changing the settings.
Video Speed Controller for web - Chrome Web Store
Speed up or slow down the playback of online videos on any website with our Video Speed Controllerchromewebstore.google.com
You can also zoom in so it's full screen. Zoom...
There's no ads, and you can control the video by clicking on the bottom where the red line is without going into the video 
FactsWe’re using this now:
The Manifest v3 extension is too handicapped. You'd be better off with Brave or even something like Vivaldi's built in adblock.
One of the negatives with Manifest V3 is you need to update the extension every time you update the block lists, which already have a much smaller limitation in the number of URLs to use. No script insertion to counter tracking and more intrusive ads.
Anything but sticking with Chrome is the play.