Joy for Gmail

Makes Gmail calmer, clearer, and easier to use.

As of June 2026, Joy for Gmail has 118 users and a 5.00/5 rating from 1 reviews in the Communication category.

Usersup 43.9 percent+43.9%
118
118
Ratingno change0%
5.00
1 reviews
Reviewsno change0%
1
Version
1.8.6
Manifest V3
90-day change · In the last 90 days this extension 1 version update.

History

11 snapshots

Tracking since Apr 1, 2026.

121.1298.575.88Apr 1, 2026Jun 9, 2026
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DateUsersRatingReviewsVersion
Apr 1, 2026821.8.3
Apr 8, 2026811.8.3
Apr 19, 2026951.8.3
Apr 26, 2026901.8.3
May 3, 2026905.0011.8.3
May 9, 2026795.0011.8.3
May 14, 2026805.0011.8.3
May 20, 2026895.0011.8.3
May 27, 2026885.0011.8.3
Jun 3, 2026895.0011.8.3
Jun 9, 20261145.0011.8.6
Now1185.0011.8.6

Permissions & access

Permissions
storage
Host access
None declared

Screenshots

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About

Joy for Gmail. An extension that makes Gmail calmer, clearer, and easier to use.

It improves readability, reduces distractions, and adds a few thoughtful tools that make everyday email work feel smoother. Instead of changing how Gmail works, Joy for Gmail simply enhances the interface so you can focus on what matters.


** Inbox readability improvements **

- Group inbox rows by date (Today, Yesterday, This Week, Previous)

- Make email subjects easier to scan and reduce visual clutter in busy inboxes.

- Enhance read subject visibility and preview text readability

These changes make it easier to quickly understand your inbox without losing Gmail’s familiar layout.


** Better compose experience **

Writing emails should feel focused, no one wants to write in the corner! Joy for Gmail centers the compose window and limits its width so messages are easier to read while writing, and composing is not shifted to the corner of the screen.


** Search that finds real conversations **

Gmail search often returns newsletters and promotions when you are looking for real conversations.

Joy for Gmail adds quick exclusions so searches automatically ignore:  Promotions, Social updates and Marketing emails. Helping you find the email you actually want.


** Inbox Zero Hero ** 

A small feature that celebrates the moment when your inbox hits zero.

Optional, playful encouragement appears when you reach inbox zero — because clearing your inbox should feel good.


** Small quality-of-life tools ** 

Additional tweaks designed to reduce friction when using Gmail: Optional “Mark all as read” button.  Cleaner inbox scanning. Subtle interface improvements.


** Privacy ** 

Joy for Gmail does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data.

All changes happen locally in your browser and only affect the Gmail interface.

Technical

Version
1.8.6
Manifest
V3
Size
28.64KiB
Min Chrome
88
Languages
1
Featured
No

Metadata

ID
bgggadiebaoekbemeidolplhcadaakde
Developer ID
uf68e2b0a8589842d87cc49bb57fc0a7c
Developer Email
[email protected]
Created
Mar 19, 2026
Last Updated (Store)
May 29, 2026
Last Scraped
Jun 9, 2026
Website
refreshcreative.com

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