WindeSearch
WindeSearch is a search engine developed for Windesheim University of Applied Sciences. It searches through their databases and catalog simultaneously. This plugin provides easy access to this search engine from anywhere.
Download
Edge Add-ons (coming soon)
Local install
Follow this link to the latest release page where you can find a .crx file. Use your browser to install the extension from this file. Note that automatic updates are not supported with this method.
“Build” from source
Download the source code from here and use your browser to either pack the extension or load it unpacked. Note that automatic updates are not supported with this method.
To Do
- add autocomplete
- add localization for English and German in popup
- add omnibox search
- add search from context menu
- add Firefox support
Features
Popup
As featured in the screenshot above, the extensions features a popup search field. This can be accessed by clicking on the WindeSearch icon in the browser’s toolbar.
Omnibox
This feature allows you to quickly search with WindeSearch. Just type ‘win’ into your omnibox, press tab, and type your search query.
Context Menu
When you select something, the context menu will show an option to search with WindeSearch. Your selection will serve as search query.