I use Google Reader to keep up with all my favourite websites and blogs. Since I am currently looking for a new job, I have also been using Google Reader as a job search tool. Each day, several hundred new job listings pile up inside my job search folder. Sounds great, right? One problem: It can be quite strenuous on the eyes sifting through the entire list.
In order to relieve my eye strain, I decided to seek out a way to improve the appearance of Google Reader. I thought to myself, “What if every other entry had a light grey colour like you often see in data tables?”
After a quick Google search, I came back empty-handed. A few days later, however, I came across this article on advanced CSS3 techniques, and I decided to implement a solution myself.
Here’s a snapshot of the end result:
As you can see, I’ve made a few minor changes that I feel enhance the readability and functionality of Google Reader.
What you’ll need:
- A Google Chrome Extension to modify the site’s CSS.
- The code:
Install one of the extensions, then copy and paste the code in the relevant area.
For Minimalist Google Reader, it’s on the extension’s options screen as seen here:
For Stylebot, click the css button in the omnibar, then click the ‘Edit CSS’ button:
That’s it. Feel free to make any additional CSS changes you desire. If you have any questions, please leave a comment.
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