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Image 1 — I built an extension that eliminates "Google Search for conversion" - Select text to convert instantly.
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I built an extension that eliminates "Google Search for conversion" - Select text to convert instantly.

Hi everyone,

I’m the developer of YourUnit. I got tired of the friction of opening a new tab or a side calculator every time I encountered foreign units in service manuals and shopping sites. So I built this.

🚀 How it works:

  • Highlight to Convert: Just select any text (like 32 psi or 5'11"), and the converted value pops up instantly next to your cursor.
  • Site-Specific Memory: It’s smart. If you're on a specific site and select a pure number "44", it remembers that for this domain, you usually want "cm to inch".
  • Privacy-First: No tracking. Everything is processed locally in your browser.

🚧 Currently in active development:

  • Currency Conversion: Coming soon!
  • Desktop App: I'm working on a desktop version to bring this "Select to Convert" experience to PDFs and Word docs.

Check it out on Chrome Web Store:YourUnit - Select to Convert Units & Currency

I’d love to hear your feedback on what features or specific units I should prioritize next!

u/AndyCarrot131 — 3 days ago