Understanding the Problem

The user wants to show a different popup window in their Chrome extension based on whether the user is logged in or not. Currently, they are using JavaScript to achieve this, but there is a noticeable delay causing the original page to flash before switching to the correct popup window.

Solution: Using Chrome Storage and browserAction API

To solve this issue, we can leverage the chrome.storage API to persist the user's login status and the chrome.browserAction.setPopup() method to dynamically set the popup window based on the stored login status. This way, the correct popup window will be shown immediately without any delay.

Implementing the Solution

Benefits of Using Storage and browserAction API

• Avoids the delay and page flashing issue caused by JavaScript execution time.
• Ensures the correct popup window is displayed immediately when the extension is opened.
• Persists the login status across extension sessions, providing a seamless user experience.
• Utilizes Chrome's built-in APIs, resulting in more efficient and reliable code.

Additional Considerations

• Handle edge cases, such as user logout or session expiration, by updating the storage and popup window accordingly.
• Implement proper error handling and fallback mechanisms in case of storage or API failures.
• Ensure secure storage of sensitive data, such as user credentials or tokens.
• Consider using background scripts or service workers for more complex login systems or long-running tasks.