Universal Open URL Extension

Open selected text as part of a URL in a new tab or in the background, with customizable base URLs.

As of May 2026, Universal Open URL Extension has 138 users and a 5.00/5 rating from 1 reviews in the Functionality & UI category.

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Version
1.2
Manifest V3

History

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Tracking since Apr 1, 2026.

139.84126.5113.16Apr 1, 2026May 28, 2026
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Permissions & access

Permissions
contextMenusactiveTabscriptingstorage
Host access
None declared

Screenshots

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About

The Universal Open URL Extension allows you to easily open URLs with dynamic parts. Whether you're managing multiple resources or need to quickly access different pages by inserting specific IDs, this extension simplifies the process.

Key Features:
Dynamic URL Insertion: Easily insert specific values (like item IDs) into customizable URL templates.
Multiple URL Templates: Save and manage multiple URL templates, each with its own unique dynamic placeholder.
Context Menu Support: Select text on a webpage and open it in your default URL template directly from the context menu.
Keyboard Shortcuts: Quickly open the default URL template with a selected value using a keyboard shortcut.
Popup Window: Access all your URL templates through a convenient popup window, where you can paste and navigate to specific URLs with just a few clicks.
Customizable Default URL: Set a default URL template that can be used with both context menu options and keyboard shortcuts.
How to Use:
Set Up Templates: In the extension settings, define your URL templates and specify where dynamic values should be inserted.
Open URLs from the Popup: Click the extension icon, paste your value, and press "Enter" to open the URL in the default template.
Use Context Menu: Highlight any text on a webpage, right-click, and choose "Open Default URL" to quickly navigate using the highlighted value.
Keyboard Shortcuts: Highlight text on a page, then use the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl+Q by default) to open the URL in the default template.
This extension is ideal for users who frequently access resources that require specific IDs or dynamic values in the URL. It saves time and makes navigation seamless.

Technical

Version
1.2
Manifest
V3
Size
37.42KiB
Min Chrome
88
Languages
1
Featured
No

Metadata

ID
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Developer ID
u927a3266c2c5a72d567e80f57abbaa87
Developer Email
[email protected]
Created
Aug 16, 2024
Last Updated (Store)
Aug 16, 2024
Last Scraped
May 28, 2026
Website
Support URL

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