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    Building Chrome Extensions That People Love: TryFitNow Case Study

    Nov 20, 2024
    11 min read
    Chrome ExtensionARJavaScriptProduct

    Why a Chrome Extension?

    TryFitNow needed to work seamlessly on any e-commerce site. A Chrome extension was the perfect solution - inject our AR try-on directly into shopping pages.

    Extension Architecture

    Content Scripts

    Detect product pages and inject our UI:

    // content.js

    const productImage = document.querySelector('[data-product-image]');

    if (productImage) {

    injectTryOnButton(productImage);

    }

    Background Service Worker

    Handle API calls and state management.

    Popup UI

    Quick access to recent try-ons and settings.

    UX Lessons Learned

  1. Minimal permissions - Only request what you need
  2. Instant feedback - Show loading states immediately
  3. Graceful degradation - Work even when some features fail
  4. Easy uninstall survey - Learn why users leave
  5. Chrome Web Store Tips

    • High-quality screenshots are crucial
    • Detailed description with keywords
    • Respond to all reviews
    • Regular updates signal active development

    Growth

    From 0 to 5,000 users in 3 months, purely organic through SEO and word of mouth.

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