Better Gemini: Wide UI, Quick Launch, Export icon

Better Gemini: Wide UI, Quick Launch, Export

by mail@balakumar.dev · Workflow & Planning
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 16 Oct 2026

Wide 98% chat layout, quick launch (type 'gem'), export to Markdown, 40+ keyboard shortcuts, default model picker. More coming!

Users
1,000
0 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
5
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#28K
#23K among extensions
Version
1.0.10
updated 9 Jul 2026

Users

monthly, 9 months
03,5007,000Jan 2026Jun 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 1,000 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 9 months
025Jan 2026Jun 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 5 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About Better Gemini: Wide UI, Quick Launch, Export

Better Gemini transforms your Google Gemini experience with powerful features that serious AI users have been asking for. FEATURES: Wider Chat Layout Expands the narrow default chat width to use 98% of your screen. No more squinting at tiny columns - enjoy full-width responses, especially for code and tables. Inspired by Wide Gemini X. Export as Markdown One-click "MD" button on every response to copy it as properly formatted Markdown. Export entire conversations with a floating button - download as .md files or copy to clipboard instantly. Power-User Keyboard Shortcuts 40+ keyboard shortcuts for the Gemini power user: - Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+O: New chat - Cmd/Ctrl+B: Toggle sidebar - Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+C: Copy last response - Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+;: Copy last code block - Alt+1-9: Quick-switch between chats - Press Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+? to see all shortcuts Default Model Selection Automatically switch to your preferred model (Flash, Thinking, or Pro) on every chat. No more manually selecting your favorite model each time. Omnibox Quick Launch Type "gem" in your address bar, press Tab, then type your prompt. Hit Enter to launch Gemini with your query pre-filled and auto-submitted. PRIVACY FIRST: - No data collection - No external servers - All settings stored locally in your browser - Open source on GitHub PERMISSIONS EXPLAINED: - activeTab: To inject features into the Gemini page you're viewing - scripting: To add UI elements like the Export button and shortcuts - storage: To save your preferences locally Works exclusively on gemini.google.com - this extension only activates on Google Gemini. Built by Bala Kumar | balakumar.dev

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
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6 months−5,000−83.3%+20.00

Chrome Web Store search rankings

Where Better Gemini: Wide UI, Quick Launch, Export appears when people search the store, with the 30 day change
Search phrasePosition30 days
launch#38+4

Version history

2 versions recorded
1.0.109 Jul 2026
1.0.59 Jan 2026

Details

Category
Workflow & Planning
First seen
9 Jan 2026
Size
78 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
balakumar.dev
Support
balakumar.dev
Extension ID
amcegoohljmcaiiaakdfkalofffaljoo

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 2, likelihood 2
Permissions
activeTabstorage
Site access
https://gemini.google.com/*

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