Introducing Hover Inspector: The Ultimate Browser Extension for Developers and Designers

Liubomyr
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Introducing Hover Inspector: The Ultimate Browser Extension for Developers and Designers

Introduction

Meet Hover Inspector, your new favorite browser extension for inspecting and editing web interfaces. Whether you are a developer or designer, Hover Inspector is here to streamline your workflow and boost your productivity.

What is Hover Inspector?

Hover Inspector is a multifunctional browser extension that makes it easy to analyze, measure, and interact with elements on any website. Originally a simple distance-measuring tool, Hover Inspector has evolved into a powerful toolkit packed with features for modern web professionals.

Whatโ€™s New in the Latest Version?

With this release, Hover Inspector brings a completely redesigned interface, more customization, and a collection of new tools:

๐Ÿš€ Customizable Launcher

The customizable launcher in Hover Inspector
  • Access all tools quickly from a handy launcher at the bottom of your page.
  • Drag and drop to reorder features based on your workflow.
  • Hide tools you don’t use for a cleaner workspace.

๐Ÿ–ฑ๏ธ Element Inspector

The customizable launcher in Hover Inspector - Select any element to instantly view its CSS rules. - Switch between CSS units (px, rem, em, etc.) for each rule. - Copy individual CSS rules or the whole set in a single click. - Choose your preferred code style: CSS, styled component, or JS object.

๐ŸŽจ Advanced Color Picker

The customizable launcher in Hover Inspector
  • Pick colors from anywhere โ€” inside or outside your browser window.
  • Get accurate color information in multiple formats.
  • Combine the color picker with other tools in one popup for even greater convenience.

๐Ÿงฎ Unit Converter

The customizable launcher in Hover Inspector
  • Instantly convert values between px, rem, em, and more.
  • Set a base font size for precise conversions.
  • Perfect for responsive and scalable designs.

๐Ÿ“ Pixel Ruler & Viewport Info

The customizable launcher in Hover Inspector
  • Display a horizontal ruler showing browser width and breakpoints for different devices.
  • View recommendations for media queries based on popular CSS frameworks.
  • Instantly check how your design adapts to various viewport sizes.

โ›” Prevent Default Button

The customizable launcher in Hover Inspector
  • Prevent unwanted navigation when clicking buttons during inspection.
  • Stay focused on your current page, even when interacting with interactive elements.

How Hover Inspector Works

  • Use the Escape key to quickly deactivate the extension overlay.
  • Your settings, tool order, and popup positions are saved automatically โ€” even after a page reload or browser restart.

Conclusion

Hover Inspector aims to make the lives of frontend developers and designers easier and more enjoyable.

Next Steps

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