Quick Content Picker
Easier to format, copy, download, print, and share content on web pages
Quick Content Picker lets you highlight content from any webpage and choose how you want to use it. Copy it as Markdown for notes, HTML code for web development, or rich text for documents or email. You can also download your selection as a PDF or send it straight to your printer—all with just a few clicks.
What is Quick Content Picker?
Quick Content Picker is a Chrome extension designed to make it easy for users to select, clean up, format, and use content from any webpage. It’s a versatile tool that lets you highlight text, images, or other elements and then choose how to handle them—whether that’s copying them as Markdown for note-taking, HTML for web development, or rich text for documents, or even generating a PDF or printing directly. It’s perfect for writers, researchers, or anyone who wants a streamlined way to organize and repurpose web content without the hassle of manual formatting.
How do I install Quick Content Picker?
Installing Quick Content Picker is straightforward. Simply visit the Chrome Web Store, search for "Quick Content Picker," and click "Add to Chrome." A pop-up will appear asking you to confirm; just click "Add Extension," and the installation will complete automatically. Once installed, you’ll see the Quick Content Picker icon in your Chrome toolbar, ready to use. There’s no need to enable developer mode or mess with manual setup—it’s all handled seamlessly through the Chrome Web Store.
How do I use Quick Content Picker on a webpage?
Using Quick Content Picker is simple and intuitive. First, navigate to any webpage with content you want to capture. Then, click the Quick Content Picker icon in your Chrome toolbar (or right-click and select it from the context menu) to activate it. Next, highlight the content you want—text, images, or other elements—and the extension will automatically detect your selection. A floating WYSIWYG HTML editor will pop up with your content, already cleaned up from excess tags and styles. From there, you can choose an action like formatting it, copying it as Markdown, HTML, or rich text, downloading it as a PDF, or printing it—all with just a few clicks.
What formats does Quick Content Picker support?
Quick Content Picker offers several output formats to suit different needs. You can copy your selection as Markdown, which is great for structured notes in apps like Obsidian or Notion. It also supports HTML, perfect for web developers or anyone needing raw code. Rich text is available for everyday use, like pasting into emails or word processors such as Word or Google Docs. Finally, you can generate a PDF for archiving or sharing polished documents. Each format is designed to save you time and make the content ready for your specific purpose.
Can I cancel a selection if I change my mind?
Yes, canceling a selection is easy with Quick Content Picker. If you’ve activated the extension and highlighted content but decide you don’t want to proceed, simply press the ESC key on your keyboard. This will cancel the waiting status of the selection, and you can start over or move on without any action being taken. It’s a handy feature to keep your workflow smooth and frustration-free.
Why isn’t my selected content appearing in the editor?
If no content appears in the Quick Content Picker editor, it’s likely because you haven’t highlighted anything on the webpage before clicking the icon. The extension relies on your selection to work, so make sure you drag your cursor over the text, images, or elements you want to capture first. Once you’ve made a selection, click the icon, and the content should appear in the floating editor, ready for you to process. If it still doesn’t work, try refreshing the page and attempting again.
How can I fix messy formatting in my selection?
Quick Content Picker has you covered if your selected content comes with unwanted styles or tags. After highlighting your content and opening the editor, use the "Format" or "Clean up" button to refine it. This feature strips away redundant tags, properties, and styles, leaving you with cleaner, more readable content. It’s especially useful for web pages with complex layouts or heavy styling, ensuring your output is standardized and easy to work with, whether you’re copying it or saving it as a PDF.
Why won’t my PDF download work?
If you’re having trouble downloading your selection as a PDF, it could be due to your browser’s settings. Check Chrome’s download preferences to ensure files aren’t being blocked or redirected to an unexpected location. It’s also worth confirming that your selection isn’t empty—highlight some content first before choosing the PDF option. If the issue persists, try restarting Chrome or reinstalling the extension from the Chrome Web Store, then attempt the download again. Most of the time, this resolves any glitches.
Is my data safe with Quick Content Picker?
Absolutely—privacy and security are priorities for Quick Content Picker. The extension processes all your selections locally within your browser, meaning no data is sent to external servers. Everything from highlighting content to generating PDFs happens on your device, keeping your information private and secure. You can use the tool with confidence, knowing that your web content and personal data stay under your control.
What makes Quick Content Picker different from other tools?
Quick Content Picker stands out for its speed, simplicity, and versatility. Unlike basic copy-paste methods or other extensions that might only offer one output option, this tool puts multiple powerful features at your fingertips—formatting, copying in various formats, PDF creation, and direct printing—all in a single, easy-to-use interface. It’s designed to save time for anyone working with web content, whether you’re a researcher compiling notes, a writer saving articles, or a developer grabbing code. Plus, its local processing ensures privacy, and its MIT License makes it free and open to community input.
