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Random Wikipedia New Tab

Introduction

Random Wikipedia New Tab is a Chrome extension that replaces the default new tab page with a random Wikipedia article, providing users with a unique and serendipitous browsing experience. This README provides an overview of the project, its features, and instructions on how to run it locally.

Features

  • Replace the Chrome new tab page with a random Wikipedia article on each tab opening.
  • Discover a wide range of topics across various domains, from history and science to arts and culture.
  • Enjoy a privacy-focused browsing experience with no data collection or tracking.

Installation

To run the extension locally, follow these steps:

  1. Clone the repository:
$ git clone https://github.com/tarla/random-wikipedia-chrome-extension.git
  1. Open Google Chrome and navigate to chrome://extensions.

Enable "Developer mode" by toggling the switch on the top right corner of the page.

Click on "Load unpacked" and select the cloned repository folder.

The Random Wikipedia New Tab extension should now appear in your list of installed extensions.

Usage

Once the extension is installed, every time you open a new tab in Chrome, a random Wikipedia article will be displayed. Clicking on the article will take you directly to the corresponding Wikipedia page, allowing you to explore and learn more about the topic.

Contribution

Contributions to Random Wikipedia New Tab are welcome! If you would like to make any improvements or add new features, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.

2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix:

$ git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

Make your changes and test thoroughly.

3. Commit your changes with descriptive commit messages:

$ git commit -m "Add your commit message here"

4. Push your branch to your forked repository.

5. Open a pull request against the main repository, providing a clear description of your changes.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Disclaimer

The Random Wikipedia New Tab extension is not affiliated with or endorsed by Wikipedia or the Wikimedia Foundation. It is an independent project created for educational and personal use.

For any additional questions or support, please create an issue in the GitHub repository.

Enjoy the random knowledge exploration with Random Wikipedia New Tab! 📚