Unity3D Launcher Chrome Extension: Open .unity3d Files in a New Tab

This extension allows you to launch Unity3D files (.unity3d) directly within a new tab in your Chrome browser, providing a streamlined way to access and interact with your Unity projects.

Installation:

Download the extension files (manifest.json, background.js, launchUnity.js).
Navigate to chrome://extensions in your Chrome browser.
Enable "Developer mode" in the top right corner.
Click "Load unpacked" and select the folder containing the extension files.

Usage:

After installation, right-click on a .unity3d file and select "Open with..." -> "Unity3D Launcher".
The extension will create a new tab and launch your Unity3D file.

Extension Structure:

1. manifest.json:

{
    "manifest_version": 2,
    "name": "Unity3D Launcher",
    "version": "1.0",
    "description": "Launches Unity3D files in a new tab.",
    "permissions": [
        "tabs"
    ],
    "background": {
        "scripts": ["background.js"]
    },
    "icons": {
        "16": "icon16.png",
        "48": "icon48.png",
        "128": "icon128.png"
    }
}

2. background.js:

chrome.tabs.create({ url: 'chrome://newtab' }, function(tab) {
    chrome.tabs.executeScript(tab.id, { file: 'launchUnity.js' });
});

3. launchUnity.js:

var unityFileUrl = 'http://example.com/game.unity3d';
var iframe = document.createElement('iframe');
iframe.src = unityFileUrl;
iframe.style.width = '100%';
iframe.style.height = '100%';
document.body.appendChild(iframe);

Note: Replace http://example.com/game.unity3d with the actual URL of your .unity3d file.

Benefits:

Simplified access: Quickly launch your Unity3D files without navigating to external applications.
Integrated experience: Enjoy a seamless transition between your browser and your Unity projects.
Enhanced workflow: Improve your development and testing process by streamlining the launch process.

Unity3D Launcher Chrome Extension: Open .unity3d Files in a New Tab