Flux SidePad

Tracking since May 12, 2026.

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• May 17, 2026
  description

  # Flux SidePad
  
  A Notepad++ inspired sidebar extension for Chrome and Edge. Write notes, capture web content, manage tasks, and preview Markdown — all without leaving the page.
  
  ---
  
  ## Features
  
  ### Multi-tab Notes
  - Create unlimited note tabs — click **+** to add, **×** to close
  - **Double-click** or **right-click → Rename tab** to rename any tab
  - Each tab's content is saved automatically
  
  ### Markdown Preview
  - Write in Markdown syntax and toggle rendered preview with the **Preview** button
  - Supports: headings, bold/italic/strikethrough, code blocks, lists, blockquotes, links, horizontal rules
  
  ### Web Capture (Context Menu)
  - Select any text on a webpage, right-click, and choose **"Save to Flux SidePad"**
  - Captured content is appended to your active note with the page title, a **clickable URL link**, and timestamp
  - Works even when the panel is closed — content appears on next open
  
  ### Tasks
  - Switch to the **Tasks** tab to manage a checklist
  - Add tasks with the input field or press **Enter**
  - Check off done items, delete with **×**
  - Status bar shows completion count (e.g. `2/5 done`)
  
  ### Ctrl+F Search
  - Press **Ctrl+F** (or **Cmd+F**) in Notes mode to open the search bar
  - Navigate matches with **↑ / ↓** or **Enter / Shift+Enter**
  - Highlights current match in the editor; turns red if no match found
  - **Esc** closes the search bar
  
  ### Copy & Save
  - **Copy** — copies current note (or task list) to clipboard; flashes "Copied!" as confirmation
  - **Save .txt** — downloads current note/tasks as a `.txt` file named after the tab
  
  ---
  
  ## Installation
  
  ### Chrome Web Store / Edge Add-ons Store
  *(Link will appear here once published)*
  
  ### Manual / Developer Mode
  1. Download or clone this repository
  2. Open **Chrome** → `chrome://extensions` (or **Edge** → `edge://extensions`)
  3. Enable **Developer mode** (top-right toggle)
  4. Click **Load unpacked**
  5. Select the `Notpad` folder
  6. Click the extensions puzzle icon → pin **Flux SidePad**
  7. Click the icon to open the side panel
  
  ---
  
  ## Permissions
  
  | Permission | Why |
  |---|---|
  | `sidePanel` | Render the extension as a side panel |
  | `storage` | Persist notes and tasks locally on your device |
  | `contextMenus` | Add "Save to Flux SidePad" to the right-click menu |
  
  No data is ever sent to any server. Everything stays on your device.
  
  ---
  
  ## Keyboard Shortcuts
  
  | Shortcut | Action |
  |---|---|
  | `Ctrl+F` / `Cmd+F` | Open find bar |
  | `Enter` in find bar | Next match |
  | `Shift+Enter` in find bar | Previous match |
  | `Esc` | Close find bar |
  | `Enter` in task input | Add task |
  | `Double-click tab` | Rename tab inline |
  
  ---
  
  ## Privacy Policy
  
  Flux SidePad does not collect, transmit, or share any user data. All notes and tasks are stored locally using the browser's built-in `chrome.storage.local` API and never leave your device.
  
  ---
  
  ## Author
  
  Made by [celikovic.xyz](https://celikovic.xyz)

  # Flux SidePad
  
  A Notepad++ inspired sidebar extension for Chrome and Edge. Write notes, capture web content, manage tasks, and preview Markdown — all without leaving the page.
  
  ---
  
  ## Features
  
  ### Multi-tab Notes
  - Create unlimited note tabs — click **+** to add, **×** to close
  - **Double-click** or **right-click → Rename tab** to rename any tab
  - Each tab's content is saved automatically
  
  ### Markdown Preview
  - Write in Markdown syntax and toggle rendered preview with the **Preview** button
  - Supports: headings, bold/italic/strikethrough, code blocks, lists, blockquotes, links, horizontal rules
  
  ### Web Capture (Context Menu)
  - Select any text on a webpage, right-click, and choose **"Save to Flux SidePad"**
  - Captured content is appended to your active note with the page title, a **clickable URL link**, and timestamp
  - Works even when the panel is closed — content appears on next open
  
  ### Tasks
  - Switch to the **Tasks** tab to manage a checklist
  - Add tasks with the input field or press **Enter**
  - Check off done items, delete with **×**
  - Status bar shows completion count (e.g. `2/5 done`)
  
  ### Ctrl+F Search
  - Press **Ctrl+F** (or **Cmd+F**) in Notes mode to open the search bar
  - Navigate matches with **↑ / ↓** or **Enter / Shift+Enter**
  - Highlights current match in the editor; turns red if no match found
  - **Esc** closes the search bar
  
  ### Copy & Save
  - **Copy** — copies current note (or task list) to clipboard; flashes "Copied!" as confirmation
  - **Save .txt** — downloads current note/tasks as a `.txt` file named after the tab
  
  ---
  
  ## Installation
  
  ### Chrome Web Store / Edge Add-ons Store
  *(Link will appear here once published)*
  
  ### Manual / Developer Mode
  1. Download or clone this repository
  2. Open **Chrome** → `chrome://extensions` (or **Edge** → `edge://extensions`)
  3. Enable **Developer mode** (top-right toggle)
  4. Click **Load unpacked**
  5. Select the `Notpad` folder
  6. Click the extensions puzzle icon → pin **Flux SidePad**
  7. Click the icon to open the side panel
  
  ---
  
  ## Permissions
  
  | Permission | Why |
  |---|---|
  | `sidePanel` | Render the extension as a side panel |
  | `storage` | Persist notes and tasks locally on your device |
  | `contextMenus` | Add "Save to Flux SidePad" to the right-click menu |
  
  No data is ever sent to any server. Everything stays on your device.
  
  ---
  
  ## Keyboard Shortcuts
  
  | Shortcut | Action |
  |---|---|
  | `Ctrl+F` / `Cmd+F` | Open find bar |
  | `Enter` in find bar | Next match |
  | `Shift+Enter` in find bar | Previous match |
  | `Esc` | Close find bar |
  | `Enter` in task input | Add task |
  | `Double-click tab` | Rename tab inline |
  
  ---
  
  ## Privacy Policy
  
  Flux SidePad does not collect, transmit, or share any user data. All notes and tasks are stored locally using the browser's built-in `chrome.storage.local` API and never leave your device.
  
  ---
  
  ## Author
  
  Made by [celikovic.xyz](https://celikovic.xyz)
  
  
  /// Version 1.3.1
  Bug fix of the preview

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Permissions

sidePanelstoragecontextMenus

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