/postbox-extension

A minimal Chrome extension to store LinkedIn connection request templates

Primary LanguageJavaScriptMIT LicenseMIT

Postbox

Chrome extension to store LinkedIn connection request templates

Problem Statement

  • Networking on LinkedIn can be time-consuming, especially when it comes to crafting custom connection requests. Writing unique messages for each potential connection can take a lot of time and effort, and it can be easy to forget what you've already said to other connections. This is where Postbox comes in - it allows you to save and import custom connection request templates, making the networking process more efficient and streamlined.

About Postbox

  • Postbox allows you to save custom connection request templates and import them easily when reaching out to potential connections. You can also shuffle your saved templates for added variety. Additionally, you can delete and paraphrase templates as needed. This extension maximizes productivity by allowing you to quickly and easily send personalized connection requests without having to start from scratch each time.

Steps to Use

  • Install the Postbox chrome extension by loading the unpacked zip file.
  • Navigate to a LinkedIn profile you wish to connect with.
  • Click on the Connect button.
  • Click on the Add Note button.
  • Click on the extension icon or use the keyboard shortcut Command/Ctrl + U to enable the extension.
  • Click on the Shuffle button or use the keyboard shortcutCommand/Ctrl + I to shuffle through your saved templates.
  • Click on "Save New Note" or use the keyboard shortcut Command/Ctrl + Option + S to save the current template.
  • Click on the Postbox button to access your saved templates and inject them into the Add Note text area.

Progress

  • Save templates
  • Import templates from a board
  • Shuffle recently used templates
  • Paraphrase templates
  • Delete templates
  • Select only a part of a template

Loading the Unpacked Extension on Chrome

  • Download the repository as a zip file.
  • Open Chrome and navigate to chrome://extensions
  • Turn on the "Developer mode" toggle.
  • Click on "Load Unpacked" and select the downloaded zip file.