Highlander

About

Highlander
Capture and organise highlighted text from web pages. Export to Markdown. 
Privacy-first, local storage. 
Built for researchers and knowledge workers.

From the Highlands of the Web, Capture Your Thoughts

Highlander is a powerful browser extension that lets you capture, organise, and export your highlighted text. Built for researchers, students, and knowledge workers who value their privacy and their time.

🌿 Powerful Features, Highland Simple

Text Highlighting
Capture any selected text from any web page with a simple click. Your highlights are instantly saved with full context—URL, page title, and timestamp—so you never lose track of where your wisdom came from.

🖱️ Context Menu
Right-click on any selected text and choose "Save Highlight" from the context menu. Quick, intuitive, and always at your fingertips.

⌨️ Keyboard Shortcut
For the keyboard warriors among us, press Ctrl+Shift+H (or Cmd+Shift+H on Mac) to instantly save your selection.

📚 Snippet Library
View and manage all your saved highlights in a beautiful, organised popup interface. Filter by domain, search through your collection, and access your knowledge whenever inspiration strikes.

📝 Markdown Export
Export your highlights to beautifully formatted Markdown files with YAML frontmatter. Perfect for Obsidian, Logseq, or any PKM tool. Your knowledge, your format, your control.

🔒 Privacy-First
All your highlights are stored locally on your device. No cloud sync, no data transmission, no tracking. Your thoughts remain yours alone, as private as a Highland glen.

Why Choose Highlander?

✓ Lightning Fast: Save highlights in under 50ms
✓ Zero Tracking: Your data stays on your device. No cloud, no servers, no snooping
✓ PKM Compatible: Export to Markdown works seamlessly with Obsidian, Logseq, and more
✓ Organise Effortlessly: Filter by domain, search your collection, and find what you need instantly
✓ Visual Highlights: See your saved highlights rendered on the page as you browse
✓ Small Footprint: Under 200KB—lightweight as a Highland breeze
✓ Works Everywhere: Compatible with Chrome and Edge browsers

How It Works

1. Select Text - Highlight any text on any webpage that catches your eye
2. Save Highlight - Right-click and choose "Save highlight" or press Ctrl+Shift+H
3. Organise & Export - Access your collection through the extension popup, filter, search, and export to Markdown when ready

Perfect For:

- Researchers building literature reviews
- Students organising study materials
- Knowledge workers capturing insights
- Anyone who wants to remember what they read

Privacy & Security:

- All data stored locally on your device
- No external data transmission
- No tracking or analytics
- Minimal permissions required

Performance:

- Highlight save: <50ms latency
- Snippet library load: <100ms
- Bundle size: <200KB

Slàinte mhath! (Good health!)