Imagus for Chrome is a popular browser extension that allows you to enlarge thumbnails and preview images or videos simply by hovering your mouse over them. Designed as a privacy-focused and lightweight alternative to extensions like Hover Zoom, Imagus lets you view full-sized media without clicking or leaving your current page. Key Features of Imagus
Instant Media Previews: Hover over links or thumbnails on sites like Reddit, Facebook, and Wikipedia to see high-resolution versions.
Highly Customizable: You can adjust zoom speed, popup placement, and display resolution through the Imagus settings menu.
Keyboard Shortcuts: Use hotkeys to save images directly, rotate them, or temporarily disable the extension for specific sites.
Multi-Site Support: It includes over 800 built-in rules (called “sieves”) that support thousands of websites. Comparison: Imagus vs. Alternatives Hover Zoom+ Imagus Reborn Primary Goal Power-user customization Simple, open-source Modern, updated sieves Sieves/Rules 200+ (original) 800+ (updated) V3 Support Limited issues reported Native support Native support How to Install and Use
Add to Chrome: Visit the Chrome Web Store and search for Imagus or Imagus Reborn. Click Add to Chrome.
Enable Permissions: After installation, you may need to enable “Allow User Scripts” in the extension details if using certain versions.
Hover to Preview: Simply move your cursor over any image link or thumbnail. A popup will appear showing the full-sized image or video.
Manage Settings: Access the Options page to define “Grants” (whitelist/blacklist sites) or tweak the “Sieve” rules for specific domains. Current Status and Safety Hoverzoom’s Malware controversy and Imagus alternative
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