ContextSearch web-ext

Select text and search from the context menu or a tiled popup using any of your installed search engines. Add new search engines with a right-click, edit favicons and query strings. POST compatible, simple UI, highly configurable. For FF 57+
What is ContextSearch web-ext?
ContextSearch web-ext is a comprehensive search enhancement add-on for Firefox. It provides a variety of advanced features including the ability to import installed search engines, manage search engines using subfolders, access bookmarklets from the context menu, and edit search engine parameters. Offering both POST and GET request compatibility and support for international character sets, it's designed to optimize and personalize your browsing experience.
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Add-on stats

By: Mike B
Users: 1,584 ▲ 37
Version: 1.46.26 (Last updated: 2024-04-23)
Creation date: 2017-12-01
Weekly download count: 36
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • activeTab
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • tabs
  • search
  • unlimitedStorage
Size: 622.54K

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If you are experiencing issues, check https://github.com/ssborbis/ContextSearch-web-ext/releases for signed pre-releases with the latest fixes

ContextSearch web-ext

The most powerful, most complete search enhancement for Firefox

This Add-on was written as a Firefox 57+ web-extensions compatible replacement for Ben Basson's popular Context Search Add-on but has grown into much more.

  • Import your currently installed search engines
  • Access search engines from the Context Menu
  • Manage search engines using subfolders and separators
  • Access search engines from a popup menu (QuickMenu)
  • Compatible with all search engines using POST or GET requests
  • International character-set support
  • Reverse-image search
  • Site search
  • Add new search engines simply with a right-click
  • Custom API to build and install custom OpenSearch engines to FIrefox Search Toolbar
  • Edit search engine parameters and icons
  • Access bookmarklets from the context menu and quick menu
  • Highlight search terms
  • Lite and Dark themes
  • Use custom CSS for menus
* Linux and MacOS X users may need to set the option ui.context_menus.after_mouseup to true in about:config for mouse actions to work properly

Permissions <all_urls> This addon is works on all websites activeTab

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Powerful and versatile search functionality.
  • Works well with multiple websites and search engines.
  • Highly valued by users who need robust search capabilities.
Cons
  • Bugs and complicated interface make customization difficult.
  • Issues with saving search engines and functionality post-update.
  • Context menu frequently disappears or does not respond.
Most mentioned
  • Integration issues between Firefox and Chrome.
  • Preference interface considered buggy and complex.
  • Lack of reliable functionality after updates.
Recent reviews
by Seän "Frostbyte" Shepherd, 2024-11-14
by Firefox user 15200805, 2024-10-19
by darlington95, 2024-10-16
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Risk impact

ContextSearch web-ext requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

ContextSearch web-ext is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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