Enable Selection and Copy

Force enable text selection and copy. (mod by Gary) This is modded from another well-known addon and makes it function on local files also. Nothing else changed.

Enable Selection and Copy Firefox Add-on Mod by Gary

'Enable Selection and Copy' is a modified Firefox add-on that removes text copy limitations on all platforms, be it HTTP websites or local files. It allows users to freely select, copy and highlight content besides disabling any restrictive dialog messages. This add-on also re-enables the context menu for effortless browsing.

Add-on stats

By: GarryW
Users: 2,103
-18
Rating: 4.71
(14)
Version: 1.4.1 (Last updated: 2021-05-15)
Creation date: 2021-04-15
Weekly download count: 75
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • storage
  • activeTab
  • <all_urls>
Size: 28.57K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

This one is modified from another addon. I modified it a little, making it function on not only http web but other schemes also (eg. local files).

Original README:

Get The Best Browsing Experience Without Limitations And Restrictions In An Online World

Features :

→ Remove Copy Text Protection On All Website → Force Enable Right Click Button → Allow Copy And Highlight → Disable Annoying Dialog Message (Not Able To Copy Content On This Webpage) → Re-Enable Context Menu → Include "Absolute Mode" To Force Remove Any Type Of Protection

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User reviews

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Pros
  • Fixes issues with Gmail that the original extension had.
  • Considered the best option on the store.
Cons
  • Doesn't work for some users.
  • Source code is not available.
Most mentioned
  • Issues with functionality.
  • Lack of source code availability.
User reviews
by jr, 2024-12-30

by LF, 2024-08-17

by Thanasis Papaioannou, 2024-02-07
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Enable Selection and Copy requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Enable Selection and Copy has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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