Change Chromium icon and "chrome" text to custom icon and text in the Address Bar

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Changing the icon and text displayed in the address bar of Chromium-based browsers (like Google Chrome) requires modifying the browser's source code or using an extension. Here's an overview of the steps involved:

  1. Modify the Browser Source Code: If you have access to the Chromium browser's source code, you can make modifications to change the icon and text. However, this process involves building the modified browser from source, which can be complex and time-consuming.

  2. Create a Custom Extension: Another approach is to create a custom browser extension that modifies the icon and text. You can develop the extension using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and then distribute it to users. The extension can override the default browser behavior and customize the icon and text in the address bar.

Here's a basic outline of how you can create a custom extension:

  • Create a manifest file (manifest.json) for the extension and specify the necessary permissions.
  • Create an HTML file (popup.html) that contains the customized icon and text.
  • Add JavaScript logic to handle the behavior of the extension, such as listening for events and modifying the address bar.

It's important to note that modifying the address bar's appearance may not be supported in all browsers or may be limited by the browser's security policies. Users may also need to install the extension in their browsers to see the custom changes.

Additionally, please be aware of the browser extension guidelines and restrictions when distributing your extension to ensure compliance with the browser's policies and avoid potential security issues.

Keep in mind that customizing the appearance of a browser's address bar is a non-standard modification and may not be recommended unless you have a specific use case or requirement for it.