Monochromate: A Greyscale Browser Extension to Reduce Screen Time and Doomscrolling
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Summary
Monochromate is a free browser extension that applies a greyscale filter to websites, reducing visual distractions and doomscrolling by modifying CSS in real-time. Research suggests it can effectively reduce screen time by minimizing dopamine triggers from colorful interfaces. The tool is built for Chrome and Firefox using the WXT framework.
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Research shows that colorful interfaces trigger dopamine, and Monochromate helps reduce screen time by minimizing these triggers.
Built with WXT framework for Chrome & Firefox, Monochromate transforms browsing into a less distracting experience.
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