Chrome extension for stream viewers
7TV is a free add-on developed by AnatoleAM for Google Chrome. Designed for people who enjoy watching streams, this Chrome extension essentially consolidates all your emote libraries in one place. This makes it easy to participate in stream chats. More importantly, getting this add-on automatically comes with 600 customizable emote slots, all for you to personalize.
The limitless emote combinations available make 7TV a perfect extension, especially for people who regularly watch streamers on Twitch, YouTube, or even on Facebook. It even keeps the source code available for third-party users through the issuance of a source-available license.
Hundreds of HD emotes, in real-time
For starters, 7TV is barely even there. It comes in a very small file size and you can integrate it into your Chrome browser in a matter of seconds. To keep it accessible, it’s better to pin the extension icon for quick use. To use its full potential, though, you need to register for an account. You can also sign in to the extension using your Twitch account.
Once in, there are a lot of features to choose from. First, you can create your own set of emojis using the customizable channel slots available. If you use emote sets from other content creators, you can even rename their sets for your convenience. If you’re concerned about preparing a lot of emojis for reacting, the extension automatically optimizes them to minimize your bandwidth use and your lag.
The extension doesn’t automatically keep up with changes in the Twitch platform, however. Expect that every time an update is rolled out, there will be response problems in the add-on. Users have reported delays in sending emojis or seeing the extension crash. The latter means that the extension is rendered unusable and can only be resolved by closing and opening a new tab or restarting the browser altogether.
A stream audience’s new friend
If you’re an active participant in the streaming community, 7TV is a great extension to express yourself even better. It lets you access all emojis and stickers available for you, so you can use them regardless of where you’re watching. It even has a couple of features designed solely to improve the personalized experience you get. While it has a bit of trouble keeping up with Twitch changes, it’s still a nifty tool to have.
