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July 26, 2011

Updated Code for Google +1 Buttons

As reported last month, the code for Google +1 buttons could be improved so that the buttons load faster and stop blocking other resources. Google updated the code and recommends publishers to generate a new code.

"We're introducing a new asynchronous snippet, allowing you to make the +1 experience even faster. The async snippet allows your web page to continue loading while your browser downloads the +1 JavaScript. By loading these elements in parallel, we're ensuring the HTTP request to get the +1 button JavaScript doesn't lead to an increase in your page load time," explains Google.


Google also optimized the existing code so that the button renders up to 3 times faster. Even if you don't update the code, you'll still benefit from these changes.

The code generator is easy to use and I've noticed that a lot of sites added a +1 button next to Facebook's "Like" button. It's unfortunate that Google didn't optimize the code when it was released.
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13 comments:

  1. Virtual Business AssistantJuly 26, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    I like Google + the most. If +1 works, it will not only improve search quality, but also make ads more engaging. This may potentially improve Google’s ads, and eventually may turn into a core social product that can expand in new directions




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  2. ChrisJuly 27, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    I tried to add the script many times in the blog's sidebar but it doesn't show up.

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  3. IrfanJuly 27, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    I don't think we again need to update Google Plus button code we are using in our blog, don't we?

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  4. JenniferJuly 27, 2011 at 7:01 AM

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  5. KraftJuly 27, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Here's a site explaining how to create HTML valid code:
    http://www.gabsoftware.com/tips/how-to-produce-valid-google-1-buttons/

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  6. Jaw CrusherJuly 28, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    I don't know how to apply it and why do it ?

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  8. Satriyo Niti AtmojoJuly 29, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Good information.. i'll try it, Google +1 new code :D

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  9. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    it's, at least, funny that you cannot use it in google sites.

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  10. teeth whitening kitsAugust 19, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Anything which speeds it up is good

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  11. RichardOctober 18, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Way to go. Thanks for the google plus button

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  12. Bloggers TechApril 23, 2012 at 11:38 PM

    I used the Google+1 button on one of my blog, but on my other blogspot blog it doesn't work. Sometimes it shows up, sometimes not. What do you think is the problem? is it because of my theme? here's my other blog: http://www.exoticphilippines.info/

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  13. wiztechieMay 6, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    Got the same problem as above, Google+1 button shows up at random, sometimes it shows and sometimes it doesn't. Do you have a fix for this?

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