Chrome API• 2 min read• Last Updated: August 2026
Chrome Side Panel & Local Gallery
Access recent screenshots alongside your active browsing tabs with zero context switching.
Executive SummaryLearn how ClickSnap uses Google Chrome’s native Side Panel API (chrome.sidePanel) to give you a docked image gallery, quick annotations, and instant drag-and-drop file sharing.
Opening the Chrome Side Panel
ClickSnap integrates directly with Google Chrome’s native Side Panel. Click the side panel icon in Chrome or right-click any page and choose "Open ClickSnap in Side Panel".
Managing Local History in Gallery
Every screenshot you take is securely indexed in local IndexedDB with capture timestamp, source URL, page title, and image dimensions. Filter by date or search by website domain.
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