The Switcher: Convenient URL Replacement for Chrome
The Switcher is a free Chrome add-on developed by ichi0726 that allows users to easily replace part of the URL of the current web page and open the modified URL in a separate tab. This tool is particularly useful for web coders, engineers, and directors who frequently switch between different domains or environments.
One of the biggest advantages of The Switcher is its ability to automatically complete the path under the root to another domain, eliminating the need for manual copy-pasting. This is especially helpful for those working on projects with multiple domains, such as production, staging, local, and test environments. It allows users to quickly check the display of a page in different environments without the hassle of manually modifying the URL.
The Switcher is not only useful for switching domains but also for comparing different product numbers on e-commerce websites. Web operators can register multiple product numbers and easily switch between them without the need to copy and paste each product ID individually.
With recent updates, The Switcher has become even more convenient. It now launches with the shortcut "Ctrl + Shift + Up" and supports multilingual functionality, currently available in English and Japanese. The add-on also allows users to switch URLs directly from the context menu by right-clicking within an open page.
Overall, The Switcher is a valuable tool for web developers and anyone involved in coding. Its simple yet powerful features make it easy to switch between domains and compare different URLs, saving time and effort in the process.
