How to use Better Zillow extension?

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How to use Better Zillow extension?

Brian 0

I added the subject extension, followed the 'instructions' (which are not very good), & nothing. I am in Zillow, the extension is on, yet there is no obvious way to make the map appear full screen! Argh!!! :-(

Any assistance is greatly appreciated! TIA

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Harold Milan 10,950 Independent Advisor

Hi Brian,

The Better Zillow extension is designed to enhance your browsing experience on Zillow, especially by improving the map view and layout. However, there are a few reasons why it might not be working as expected:

Zillow Website Updates – Zillow frequently updates its layout and code. If the extension hasn’t been updated to match these changes, it might not function properly.

Browser Compatibility or Cache Issues – Sometimes, browser extensions don’t load correctly due to cached data or conflicts with other extensions. This can prevent the extension from injecting the necessary scripts to modify the page.

Permissions or Activation – The extension might not have the right permissions to run on Zillow, or it might not be fully activated even if it appears to be installed.

Here are a few steps that have helped others in similar situations:

Refresh the Zillow Page after enabling the extension. Sometimes it only kicks in after a reload.

Check Extension Permissions:

Go to chrome://extensions/

Find Better Zillow

Click Details and make sure it’s allowed to run on zillow.com.

Clear Your Browser Cache or try Incognito Mode with the extension enabled.

Try a Different Browser (like Chrome, Edge, or Firefox) and make sure you’re using the correct version of the extension for that browser.

Check for Extension Updates: If Zillow recently changed, the extension might need an update to work again. You can also check the extension’s support or GitHub page for any known issues or updates.

If none of these steps help, you might consider reaching out to the extension developer or exploring alternative tools that offer similar features. I’d be happy to help you find one that works better for your needs.

Brian 0 Reputation points

2025-10-23T16:42:30.94+00:00

Thank you for your response. As shown in tags, I am using Edge & I searched & there was no such extension for Chrome. Could be my search though! Further, there is nada in extension details that allows for running on Zillow or not. Finally, how do I know if extension is up to date?
Harold Milan 10,950 Reputation points Independent Advisor

2025-10-23T16:54:04.6433333+00:00

Hi Again,

Extensions rely on permissions and compatibility to inject scripts into a site. If Zillow’s code changed or the extension isn’t updated, features like full-screen maps won’t appear until the extension is refreshed or patched. Edge vs. Chrome Availability: Some extensions are designed primarily for Chrome and may not have full functionality in Edge, even if they install.

Permissions: If the extension doesn’t show an option to allow Zillow access, it might be missing required permissions or not fully integrated.

Updates: Extensions don’t always auto-update immediately, and if Zillow changed its layout recently, the extension may need an update to work properly.

What You Can Do:

Check for Updates

In Edge, go to Settings > Extensions > Manage Extensions.

Enable Developer Mode, then click Update to force an update check.

Verify Permissions

In the same Extensions page, click Details for Better Zillow and confirm it’s allowed on all sites or specifically on Zillow.

Reload Zillow After Changes

After updating or adjusting permissions, refresh the Zillow page to see if the map feature activates.

Confirm Compatibility

If the extension was built for Chrome, some features may not work in Edge. You can check the developer’s page or GitHub for Edge-specific notes.
Brian 0 Reputation points

2025-10-23T17:15:20.2733333+00:00

Thank you, yet again the extension is specifically for Edge and one for Chrome is not to be found! :-( There is no 'update' after turning on Developer mode and Zillow is a specific listed site.

The basic question I have is once one is in Zillow and have done everything you suggested, how is one to make the map appear full screen? There is not obvious right click, tab, etc. to make this happen? Have you use this extension successfully?
Harold Milan 10,950 Reputation points Independent Advisor

2025-10-23T19:00:00.6966667+00:00

You’re absolutely right: if the extension is specifically built for Edge and Zillow is listed in its permissions, it should work. However, the issue may stem from how Zillow’s site structure has changed recently. Extensions like Better Zillow rely on injecting scripts into the page, and if Zillow updated its layout or blocked certain script behaviors, the extension may not be able to trigger the full-screen map view as intended.

What you can try next:

Check the extension’s support page or GitHub repo (if available) to see if others have reported the same issue.

Reach out to the developer directly many extension creators appreciate feedback and may offer a workaround or timeline for a fix.

Explore alternative Zillow-enhancing tools that might offer similar features and better compatibility with Edge.

Unfortunately, there’s no universal shortcut or right-click option to force the map into full-screen unless the extension itself provides a button or overlay. If that’s missing, it’s likely due to compatibility or a broken feature.
Harold Milan 10,950 Reputation points Independent Advisor

2025-10-23T19:15:03.0266667+00:00

You’re absolutely right: if the extension is specifically built for Edge and Zillow is listed in its permissions, it should work. However, the issue may stem from how Zillow’s site structure has changed recently. Extensions like Better Zillow rely on injecting scripts into the page, and if Zillow updated its layout or blocked certain script behaviors, the extension may not be able to trigger the full-screen map view as intended.

What you can try next:

Check the extension’s support page or GitHub repo (if available) to see if others have reported the same issue.

Reach out to the developer directly many extension creators appreciate feedback and may offer a workaround or timeline for a fix.

Explore alternative Zillow-enhancing tools that might offer similar features and better compatibility with Edge.

Unfortunately, there’s no universal shortcut or right-click option to force the map into full-screen unless the extension itself provides a button or overlay. If that’s missing, it’s likely due to compatibility or a broken feature.

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