Overview

This extension template is designed for building Chrome browser plugins using Vue.js, Webpack, and Element UI. It simplifies the development process by providing a streamlined setup for managing the content, options, and popup files necessary for a robust browser extension. With the ability to interact with and modify the DOM of web pages, this template makes it easy to create dynamic and user-friendly extensions.

The template also supports hot module replacement, which means developers can see changes in real-time without needing to refresh the browser. This increases efficiency while developing and debugging the extension. Overall, this is a powerful tool for anyone looking to dive into Chrome extension development with a solid Vue.js foundation.

Features

• Content Folder: This is where the main functionality resides, allowing for the manipulation of web page DOM elements as needed.
• Options Folder: Provides a settings page that appears when the extension icon is right-clicked, giving users the ability to customize their experience.
• Popup Folder: Contains the code for the interactive popup that triggers when the extension icon is clicked, enhancing user engagement.
• Development Environment: Set up with Vue CLI 3 and Webpack 4, promoting ease of use and efficiency in development.
• Real-time Compilation: Instant updates with hot module replacement, ensuring that changes are visible immediately during development.
• Dist Folder Generation: Automatically creates a distribution folder upon completing a build, simplifying the deployment process for your extension.
• Bundle Analysis: Integrated tools for analyzing the size of your plugin components, helping optimize performance.
• Custom Configuration: Offers flexibility to adjust settings as per project requirements, allowing for a tailored development experience.