There is no need to upload or share with anyone else

Creating a Chrome extension is a fairly simple process. Once you're done, you can use it on your computer to enhance the browser's performance.

There are a few basic components that the browser needs before the extension can be fully operational. We’ll go through all of these below, including how to get your custom extension working in Chrome without having to upload it or share it with anyone else.

Building a complex Chrome extension is a much more detailed process than what you’ll see below, but the general process is the same. Keep reading to learn how to create a Chrome extension that you can use today.