How to install PDF Text Search

Takes about 30 seconds. Choose your browser below.

Add to Chrome Add to Edge Add to Firefox

Chrome

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Click "Add to Chrome" above to open the Chrome Web Store listing.
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Click the blue "Add to Chrome" button on the store page.
3
A confirmation dialog appears — click "Add extension."
4
The PDF Text Search icon appears in your browser toolbar. Click it any time to search a PDF.

Open Chrome Web Store →

Microsoft Edge

1
Click "Add to Edge" above to open the Edge Add-ons listing.
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Click "Get" on the store page.
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Click "Add extension" in the confirmation prompt.
4
The PDF Text Search icon appears in the Edge toolbar. Click it to open the search popup.

Open Edge Add-ons store →

Firefox

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Click "Add to Firefox" above to open the Firefox Add-ons listing.
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Click "Add to Firefox" on the listing page.
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Firefox shows a permissions prompt — click "Add."
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The extension icon appears in your toolbar. Click it whenever you need to search a PDF.

Open Firefox Add-ons →

After installing — what to do next

Pin the icon

Click the puzzle-piece icon in your toolbar and pin PDF Text Search so it's always one click away.

Open the popup

Click the PDF Text Search icon. You'll see "Search a PDF" and a URL input field.

Search instantly

Upload a PDF or paste a direct PDF URL — results appear immediately with context snippets.

Frequently asked questions

Why don't I see the extension icon after installing?

It may be hidden in the extensions puzzle-piece menu. In Chrome or Edge, click the puzzle icon in the toolbar, find PDF Text Search, and click the pin icon to keep it visible. In Firefox, right-click the toolbar and choose Customize to drag the icon into view.

Do I need to create an account to use the extension?

No. The extension is completely free with no account required. It simply opens the Sparks Simple free PDF search tool in a new tab.

Does the extension upload my PDFs anywhere?

No. Your PDF is processed locally inside your browser using PDF.js. It never leaves your device and never touches our servers.

Can I remove it if I change my mind?

Yes. In Chrome or Edge, right-click the extension icon and choose 'Remove from Chrome/Edge.' In Firefox, go to about:addons and click Remove next to PDF Text Search.

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