Facebook Notifications

Pros

• Shows you any upcoming events saved in your Facebook calendar
• Features different sounds connected to each type of notification
• Gives you an easier way to view and use Facebook
• Lets you easily log in and out of the site

Cons

• Will not completely replace Facebook
• Only works with Chrome
• May ask for permission each time you try to use it

Facebook Notifications for Chrome is a handy tool that lets you use some features of this popular social networking site without visiting the page. It lets you know about any new messages you receive and provides you with other useful notifications too.

It often seems like everyone in the world has a Facebook page that they use every day. Even if you only visit that site once a week or less often, you might find this tool helpful. It serves as a Chrome extension that you can quickly download and use with your browser. The extension both makes it easier for you to see any notifications on your page and to check out your messages.

The first time that you use the extension, you must log in with the email address and password attached to your Facebook account. Within a few seconds, it will sync your account with your browser and let you view the main feed. While Facebook itself can look quite busy and crowded at times, this extension has a much cleaner layout that lets you find anything you want quickly.

When you use Facebook, you must log in to see any messages or notifications you received. The site shows you all notifications in the upper right-hand corner and also shows you any messages in your in-box. This extension will actually show you those notifications when you don't have Facebook pulled up. Each type of notification corresponds to a different sound too. That makes it easier for you to see if you should check the site or if it can wait until later.

Facebook Notifications for Chrome essentially acts like a basic version of the social media site. Those who loved the old layout of the site will like this extension. It shows you a pared down version of the Facebook main page and features six buttons on the left side. The Friends button shows you all the friends on your list and allows you to search to find a specific person. With the Events button, you're only one click away from viewing your events and those happening near you as well as events that interest your friends.

The extension also has a Notifications and an In-Box button. When you click either one, you can view all the messages and all the notifications you got since the last time you checked the site. There is even a Photos button that lets you view all your pictures. With this Chrome extension, you can more easily view and use Facebook to post and respond to comments too.

Pros

• Shows you any upcoming events saved in your Facebook calendar
• Features different sounds connected to each type of notification
• Gives you an easier way to view and use Facebook
• Lets you easily log in and out of the site

Cons

• Will not completely replace Facebook
• Only works with Chrome
• May ask for permission each time you try to use it