A few months ago, I realized my browser was more cluttered than my code comments. Too many tabs, no organization, and a lot of time wasted. That’s when I decided to do something about it.

The result? These 10 extensions that transformed my workflow. Let me share them with you – and yes, these actually make a difference.

1. VisBug

You know when you’re debugging a UI, and it feels like you’re playing whack-a-mole with CSS? VisBug fixes that. Tweak spacing, fonts, and layouts right in the browser. Saves time, sanity, and your keyboard from getting smashed.

Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/visbug/cdockenadnadldjbbgcallicgledbeoc?hl=en

2. React Developer Tools

If you work with React, this is your lifeline. Peek into component hierarchies, props, and state without breaking a sweat. No more guessing what’s re-rendering and why.

Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/react-developer-tools/fmkadmapgofadopljbjfkapdkoienihi?hl=en

3. Postman Interceptor

APIs are the backbone of everything we build. Postman Interceptor lets you capture network requests and debug directly from your browser. It’s like having X-ray vision for your backend.

Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/postman-interceptor/aicmkgpgakddgnaphhhpliifpcfhicfo?hl=en

4. Dark Reader

If you’ve ever stared at a blinding white screen at midnight, you need Dark Reader. Instantly turns any website into dark mode. Your eyes will thank you. (Your designer friends might not.)

Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/dark-reader/eimadpbcbfnmbkopoojfekhnkhdbieeh

5. Web Developer

This one’s old-school, but still a powerhouse. Disable JavaScript, validate CSS, resize the viewport – it’s the all-in-one tool for frontend devs.

Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/web-developer/bfbameneiokkgbdmiekhjnmfkcnldhhm

6. JSON Formatter

Reading minified JSON is like trying to read a book in a language you don’t know. JSON Formatter cleans it up, making it readable and colorful. Because who has time for squinting?

Link: https://jsonformatter.org/

7. Wappalyzer

Ever wondered what tech stack powers a website? Wappalyzer breaks it down for you. Great for research or when you’re just being nosy.

https://www.wappalyzer.com/

8. Lighthouse

Performance. Accessibility. SEO. Lighthouse does it all. Run audits and get actionable insights in seconds. Think of it as your personal code reviewer (but less judgy).

https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/lighthouse/blipmdconlkpinefehnmjammfjpmpbjk

9. Octotree

Navigating GitHub repos without Octotree feels like walking through a maze blindfolded. It adds a file tree view to GitHub, making it super easy to find what you need.

https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/octotree-github-code-tree/bkhaagjahfmjljalopjnoealnfndnagc

10. Pesticide

For the perfectionists out there, Pesticide outlines all elements on a page so you can debug layouts faster. Pixel-perfect design? Achievable.

https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/pesticide-for-chrome/bakpbgckdnepkmkeaiomhmfcnejndkbi?hl=en

Bonus: Tab Wrangler

We’ve all been there: 50+ tabs open, productivity sinking. Tab Wrangler automatically closes inactive tabs but keeps them retrievable. Declutter your browser, declutter your mind.

https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/tab-wrangler/egnjhciaieeiiohknchakcodbpgjnchh

Your tools can either slow you down or level you up. These extensions belong in the second category. Try them out, and let me know which one’s your favorite.