Capture and organize highlighted text from web pages
Users
56
−1 in 30 days
Rating
0.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
0
0 in 30 days
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#105K
#87K among extensions
Version
1.0.0
updated 11 Nov 2025
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About Highlander
Highlander
Capture and organise highlighted text from web pages. Export to Markdown.
Privacy-first, local storage.
Built for researchers and knowledge workers.
From the Highlands of the Web, Capture Your Thoughts
Highlander is a powerful browser extension that lets you capture, organise, and export your highlighted text. Built for researchers, students, and knowledge workers who value their privacy and their time.
🌿 Powerful Features, Highland Simple
Text Highlighting
Capture any selected text from any web page with a simple click. Your highlights are instantly saved with full context—URL, page title, and timestamp—so you never lose track of where your wisdom came from.
🖱️ Context Menu
Right-click on any selected text and choose "Save Highlight" from the context menu. Quick, intuitive, and always at your fingertips.
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcut
For the keyboard warriors among us, press Ctrl+Shift+H (or Cmd+Shift+H on Mac) to instantly save your selection.
📚 Snippet Library
View and manage all your saved highlights in a beautiful, organised popup interface. Filter by domain, search through your collection, and access your knowledge whenever inspiration strikes.
📝 Markdown Export
Export your highlights to beautifully formatted Markdown files with YAML frontmatter. Perfect for Obsidian, Logseq, or any PKM tool. Your knowledge, your format, your control.
🔒 Privacy-First
All your highlights are stored locally on your device. No cloud sync, no data transmission, no tracking. Your thoughts remain yours alone, as private as a Highland glen.
Why Choose Highlander?
✓ Lightning Fast: Save highlights in under 50ms
✓ Zero Tracking: Your data stays on your device. No cloud, no servers, no snooping
✓ PKM Compatible: Export to Markdown works seamlessly with Obsidian, Logseq, and more
✓ Organise Effortlessly: Filter by domain, search your collection, and find what you need instantly
✓ Visual Highlights: See your saved highlights rendered on the page as you browse
✓ Small Footprint: Under 200KB—lightweight as a Highland breeze
✓ Works Everywhere: Compatible with Chrome and Edge browsers
How It Works
1. Select Text - Highlight any text on any webpage that catches your eye
2. Save Highlight - Right-click and choose "Save highlight" or press Ctrl+Shift+H
3. Organise & Export - Access your collection through the extension popup, filter, search, and export to Markdown when ready
Perfect For:
- Researchers building literature reviews
- Students organising study materials
- Knowledge workers capturing insights
- Anyone who wants to remember what they read
Privacy & Security:
- All data stored locally on your device
- No external data transmission
- No tracking or analytics
- Minimal permissions required
Performance:
- Highlight save: <50ms latency
- Snippet library load: <100ms
- Bundle size: <200KB
Slàinte mhath! (Good health!)