Displays an explanation of an opened xkcd comic from the explain xkcd wiki.
What is xkcd explainer?
xkcd explainer is a accessibility chrome extension. it's a free extension , it has 62 active users since released its first version, it earns an average rating of 4.67 from 3 rated user, last update is 1857 days ago.
What’s new in version 2.2?
Ever confused by an xkcd comic? Left wondering about some reference in the title text?
xkcd explainer provides detailed explanations to any xkcd comic, and displays it below the image for easy access. It automatically takes explanations from the explain xkcd wiki, and parses the wiki markup into HTML.
Currently, the following formats are available:
- Headings & Subheadings
- Bold & Italics
- Bullet and sub-bullet points
- Internal links (within the explain xkcd wiki)
- Wikipedia links (defaulted to English)
- Other external links
- Quotes
- Citation needed links (links to comic #285)
- Tables
- TV Tropes links (shows warning to comic #609)
- References / Footnotes
Since these explanations are provided by people, recently uploaded comics will probably not have an explanation ready. In addition, some comics have incomplete explanations and are constantly being updated. If you would like to help the community (and other xkcd viewers), check the wiki at explainxkcd.com.
How to install xkcd explainer?
You could download the latest version crx file or older version files and install it.
Preview of xkcd explainer
Technical Features:
- Latest Version: 2.2
- Requirements: Windows Chrome, Mac Chrome
- License: Free
- Latest update: Tuesday, April 2nd, 2019
- Author: Avadonia314
xkcd explainer Available languages:
English.
FAQ
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What about others talk about xkcd explainer chrome extension?
50% user give 5-star rating, 50% user give 4-star rating. Read reviews of xkcd explainer
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How could i get help if there is something wrong with xkcd explainer chrome extension?
You could find more help information from xkcd explainer support page.
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How could i contact the developer of xkcd explainer chrome extension?
You could send emails to publisher, or check publisher's website.
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What are the required permissions for extensions?
- https://explainxkcd.com/*
More about manifest_file of xkcd explainer.
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How could i report abuse of xkcd explainer chrome extension?
You could click to report abuse of xkcd explainer.
Reviews of xkcd explainer:
Bas van den Wollenberg
February 21st, 2021
Exactly what I was looking for, seems to work great so far!
ym
December 30th, 2016
It some times doesn't work.