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The chromeExtension() function is an alias for crx(). It provides the same functionality with a more descriptive name that clearly indicates its purpose for Chrome Extension development.

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Signature

function chromeExtension(options: {
  manifest: ManifestV3Export
} & CrxOptions): PluginOption[]

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Usage

You can use chromeExtension() and crx() interchangeably:
vite.config.ts
import { defineConfig } from 'vite'
import { chromeExtension } from '@crxjs/vite-plugin'
import manifest from './manifest.json'

export default defineConfig({
  plugins: [chromeExtension({ manifest })],
})

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Why Two Names?

The plugin was originally named crx() for brevity. The chromeExtension() alias was added to provide a more descriptive alternative that makes the plugin’s purpose immediately clear, especially for developers new to the ecosystem. Choose whichever name you prefer: 
import { crx } from '@crxjs/vite-plugin'

export default defineConfig({
  plugins: [crx({ manifest })],
})

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See Also

  • crx() - The main plugin function documentation

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