The Laymans Browser Extension β
The Laymans extension integrates with your browser to help you capture, organize, and transform web content into actionable legal resourcesβall synced with your Laymans account.
Requires Account
A free Laymans account is required to use the extension. All saved resources sync automatically with the main app.
What It Does β
The extension brings Laymans power directly to your browsing experience:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Resource Capture | Extract and save legal content from any webpage instantly |
| Bulk Operations | Create resources from multiple open tabs simultaneously |
| Smart Suggestions | AI-powered recommendations based on pages you visit |
| Real-time Notifications | Stay updated on case developments and team activity |
| Side Panel Access | Access all features from a convenient sidebar |
Who It's For β
- Legal Professionals β Research and organize case materials efficiently
- Law Students β Collect study resources and case law references
- Paralegals β Streamline document gathering and organization
- Legal Educators β Curate teaching materials from the web
- Pro Se Litigants β Organize evidence and legal research
Installation β
Method 1: ZIP File (Recommended) β
- Download the extension ZIP file from extension.laymans.app
- Open Chrome and navigate to
chrome://extensions/ - Enable Developer Mode using the toggle in the top-right corner
- Drag and drop the ZIP file onto the extensions page
- Sign in with your Laymans account when prompted
Method 2: CRX File β
- Download the
.crxfile from extension.laymans.app - Open
chrome://extensions/in Chrome - Enable Developer Mode
- Drag and drop the CRX file onto the page
- Confirm the installation when prompted
Chrome Web Store
The extension will be available on the Chrome Web Store soon. For now, use direct installation methods above.
Getting Started β
After installation:
- Click the extension icon in your browser toolbar
- Sign in with your Laymans credentials
- Pin the extension for easy access (click the puzzle piece icon β pin)
- Start capturing content from any webpage
Syncing with Laymans β
All resources you capture sync automatically with your Laymans account:
- Saved pages appear in your Bookmarks
- Captured content can be added to Casefiles
- Resources are searchable in the main app
Troubleshooting β
Extension not loading?
- Ensure Developer Mode is enabled
- Try removing and reinstalling the extension
- Clear browser cache and restart Chrome
Not syncing?
- Check your internet connection
- Verify you're signed into the same account
- Try signing out and back in
Support β
Having issues with installation or the extension? Contact us:
- Email: hello+dev@laymans.app
- Main App: laymans.app