Focus Frame

Dim distractions and highlight the content that matters with a single click.

Focus Frame helps you actually read what’s on the page instead of getting pulled into everything around it. Instead of blocking websites or nagging you with timers, Focus Frame adds a simple “spotlight” to your current tab. The center of the screen stays bright and readable, while everything around it gently darkens. Your brain gets one clear area to look at, and the rest of the noise fades into the background. Install it if you want a cleaner, calmer reading experience without changing your entire browsing setup. --- ## WHAT FOCUS FRAME DOES • Dims distractions around what you’re reading Focus Frame creates a centered, rounded rectangle “frame” on your screen. Inside the frame, the page looks normal. Outside the frame, the page is dimmed with a soft, configurable blackout. This makes it much easier to stay locked in on a block of text, an article, a document, or notes without constantly scanning the rest of the page. • Gives you one-click focus on any site There’s no complicated setup. Click the Focus Frame icon, adjust the dim strength if you want, and press “Toggle focus frame on page.” The effect appears on whatever site you’re on: articles, documentation, email, study resources, and more. Click the button again to turn it off. • Lets you tune the dim strength to your eyes Some people like a subtle effect. Others want the rest of the page almost completely blacked out. Focus Frame includes a simple slider in the popup (20%–80% dim). You can quickly adjust it until it feels comfortable and natural for you. • Works with your existing workflow You don’t have to change how you browse. Focus Frame doesn’t block sites, doesn’t rearrange tabs, and doesn’t force “modes” on you. It’s just a quick layer you can turn on when you want to lock in, and turn off when you’re done. --- ## WHY INSTALL FOCUS FRAME • You want to read without constant visual noise Web pages today are crowded: sidebars, comments, autoplay sections, chat boxes, and more. Even when you’re disciplined, your eyes naturally wander. Focus Frame helps by making everything outside the main reading zone less visually dominant. • You’re studying, researching, or reading long-form content If you’re in school, working in a knowledge-heavy job, or constantly reading online, Focus Frame gives you a mini “reading mode” for any site. Instead of switching to another app or copying and pasting text elsewhere, you can stay on the same page and simply dim the clutter. • You like tools that are simple and don’t get in your way No accounts. No syncing. No “productivity system.” Just a small visual aid that you can turn on and off whenever you want. The extension is intentionally minimal so it doesn’t add more mental overhead. • You prefer privacy-friendly, low-permission tools Focus Frame only uses the `activeTab` and `scripting` permissions. That means it runs only on the tab you interact with and only to inject the small visual overlay for the focus frame. It does not read, store, or send your data anywhere. --- ## HOW IT WORKS (IN PLAIN LANGUAGE) 1. You open a page you want to focus on (an article, blog post, documentation, notes, etc.). 2. You click the Focus Frame icon in your toolbar. 3. A small popup appears with: * A “Dim strength” slider * A live percentage indicator * A button: “Toggle focus frame on page” 4. You adjust the slider if you want a stronger or lighter dim. 5. You click the button. 6. A centered focus frame appears on the page, keeping the middle area bright and dimming everything around it. 7. When you’re done, you click the button again or close the popup, and the overlay disappears. It doesn’t scroll the page for you, it doesn’t change your content, and it doesn’t inject extra UI elements all over the site. It only adds a single invisible overlay element with a large box shadow to create the focus effect. --- ## WHO IT’S FOR • Students who read a lot of online textbooks, PDFs, and articles • Professionals who work in docs, dashboards, or knowledge bases all day • Writers, coders, and researchers who want fewer visual distractions • Anyone who finds themselves “doom-scrolling” page elements instead of staying on the main content If you ever feel like there’s too much happening on the screen while you’re just trying to read one thing, Focus Frame is designed for you. --- ## DESIGN PHILOSOPHY Keep it: • Simple – One slider, one button, one job: help you focus on the content in front of you. • Subtle – No popups jumping in your face, no timers, no alert boxes. • Respectful – The extension doesn’t nag you or block you from using the web the way you want. • Private – No analytics, no tracking scripts, no sending your browsing data anywhere. --- ## PERMISSIONS & PRIVACY Focus Frame uses only two permissions: • `activeTab` Used so the extension can temporarily interact with the current tab when you click the button. This is how it applies the visual focus frame to the page you’re currently on. • `scripting` Used to inject a small script into the active tab that adds or removes the focus overlay element. The script just creates a single fixed-position div and styles it to dim the rest of the page. What Focus Frame does NOT do: • It does not track which sites you visit. • It does not log your keystrokes. • It does not read the contents of your pages for any purpose other than drawing the overlay in your browser. • It does not send any data to external servers. All the work happens locally in your browser when you choose to use the extension. --- ## OPTIONAL TIP / SUPPORT Focus Frame is free to use and fully functional as-is. There are no locked features and no paywalls. Inside the popup, you’ll see a small, optional tip section. If Focus Frame helps you save time, stay focused, or avoid bouncing between apps, you can send a small “thank you” tip ($2–$5) via Cash App to: Cash App: $judeh1l This is entirely optional. The extension works 100% the same whether you tip or not. The idea is simple: if a lightweight tool saves you time or mental energy, and you want to support more tools like it, you have an easy way to do that. --- ## HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF IT Here are a few practical ways to use Focus Frame: • Deep reading sessions Turn it on when you’re reading long articles, essays, blog posts, or newsletters. The dimmed edges help you stop scanning the entire layout and stay with one block of text. • Studying and note review When reviewing notes or online course content, use the focus frame to keep your attention on the key points. Flip it off when you need to navigate, then back on when you’re reading again. • Documentation and tutorials If you’re learning from documentation, code tutorials, or step-by-step guides, the focus frame can keep you looking at the relevant section instead of drifting off to menus, sidebars, or comments. • Late-night browsing At night, bright screens with lots of moving parts are especially distracting. The focus frame can make the page feel calmer and less overwhelming. --- ## SUMMARY Focus Frame is for people who want to actually read what’s on the screen without being pulled into everything around it. • One-click focus mode for any tab • Adjustable dim strength for your eyes and environment • No tracking, no accounts, minimal permissions • Simple, respectful design that doesn’t get in your way If you want a calm, focused reading experience without overcomplicating your browser, install Focus Frame and give your attention a dedicated space on the screen.