Smart Search Router

Smart Search Router automatically routes your searches to Google or Baidu based on real-time network accessibility. If Google is reachable, searches go to Google. If not, they go to Baidu — no manual switching needed.

Designed for users in regions where Google availability is inconsistent.

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SETUP (ONE TIME)
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After installing the extension:

1. Go to chrome://settings/searchEngines
2. Under "Site search", click Add
3. Fill in:
· Search engine: Smart Search
· Keyword: ss
· URL: https://smartsearch.local/?q=%s
4. Click Add

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USAGE
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Option A — Set as default:
Find Smart Search in chrome://settings/searchEngines → three-dot menu → Make default. All address bar searches will now route automatically.

Option B — Use only when needed:
Type "ss" in the address bar, press Space, type your query, press Enter.

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OTHER FEATURES
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· Click the extension icon to see current Google accessibility status
· Use Manual Override in the popup to force Baidu regardless of detected status
· No data collected — all processing happens locally on your device

Source code and privacy policy: https://github.com/Stuart0l/SmartSearch-ChromeExt

Version 1.0.1

- Added Settings tab with configurable fallback search engine
- Added adjustable connectivity check interval