embetter xkcd is a free Chrome add-on developed by Matt Sugihara. It falls under the category of Browsers and specifically the subcategory of Add-ons & Tools. This program enhances the browsing experience for xkcd, a popular webcomic.

With embetter xkcd, users can navigate through xkcd comics using their keyboard, eliminating the need to hover over each comic to see the hover text. This feature is particularly useful for catching up on missed comics or exploring the extensive archives.

The add-on offers convenient shortcuts to enhance navigation. Users can use the arrow keys to quickly move through the comic archive or press 'R' to jump to a random comic. Additionally, for those who want to delve deeper into the meaning behind a specific comic, pressing the 'E' key opens up the explain xkcd page dedicated to that comic.

embetter xkcd is a valuable tool for xkcd enthusiasts who want to streamline their browsing experience and access additional information about each comic without the need for mouse interactions.