Google has compiled a list of the best Chrome extensions of 2023, which it considers the “favorites” of the year, which will leave us in a few days. A selection of ten of them that have a little bit of everything, representative of what you’ll find in the official Chrome Web Store, renewed more than a month ago.

Web browsers are one of the most used types of applications and extensions on the planet They are a good way to improve them in any way, from visual to quality of life, including those that improve accessibility or productivity. In addition, they provide features that default versions of browsers do not always have and allow for greater customization.

While it is advisable to be careful with security because cybercriminals often use it to spread malware, as well as the resource consumption it entails, the truth is that These accessories have become almost essential. All browsers have their own extensions, but Chrome excels in quantity and quality. In addition, others can also import them thanks to the standardization in the development of extensions, which was carried out a few years ago by the big four in the field: Apple, Google, Microsoft and Mozilla.

The problem is, there are thousands and thousands of them. Finding the right extensions is a challenge. You need to not only search for the ones you are interested in, but also install them and try whether you like them or not. Google has made it easy for Chrome users with its 2023 Favorites.

And of course, AI is the protagonist in several of them. In the category “Perform tasks quickly”, Google highlighted some like Scribe to document workflows and help us create guides designed to train associates in various processes. DeepL Translate instantly translates web pages into different languages; QuillBot helps you write and reply to emails more easily, and Sider displays a sidebar in the browser that offers quick access to popular AI tools like ChatGPT.

Transcriber is another highlight and is used to automatically transcribe audio to text, making the tedious task of taking notes for a virtual meeting easier. For the visual part, highlighting Bonjour which keeps Chrome’s home page clean and simple, with no distracting visuals. Some are focused on accessibility; control sound; for bargain hunting based on coupon discovery and games like Boxel 3D.

To help you try any of them faster, Google has created page with a list of individual extensions and its link to the official store. These 2023 favorites are just a sampling of thousands of Chrome extensions, good support so it continues to be the most used browser on the planet.