Manifest - Name and Short Name
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You're viewing the deprecated Manifest V2 version of this article. See Manifest V3 - Manifest name for the MV3 equivalent.
The Chrome Web Store no longer accepts Manifest V2 extensions. Follow the Manifest V3 Migration guide to convert your extension to Manifest V3.
The name and short_name manifest properties are short, plain text strings that identify the extension. You can specify locale-specific strings for both fields; see Internationalization for details.
Name
The name (maximum of 45 characters) is the primary identifier of the extension and is a required field. It is displayed in the following locations:
- Install dialog
- Extension management UI
- Chrome Web Store
Short Name
The short_name (maximum of 12 characters recommended) is a short version of the extension's name. It is an optional field and if not specified, the name will be used, though it will likely be truncated. The short name is typically used where there is insufficient space to display the full name, such as:
- App launcher
- New Tab page
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