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.
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Add-on stats

By: GarryW
Users: 2,176
-39
Rating: 4.69
(13)
Version: 1.4.1 (Last updated: 2021-05-15)
Creation date: 2021-04-15
Weekly download count: 78
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • storage
  • activeTab
  • <all_urls>
Size: 28.57K
URLs: Website

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# 1,968 ▼ 7
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Enable Copy (v6.1)
4.32 (593) 510,762
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

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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
  • Works well with Gmail, fixing original extension issues
  • Reliable performance as stated by users
  • Overall positive user experience
Cons
  • Some users report it doesn't work at all
  • Source code not available on linked website
Most mentioned
  • Positive feedback on functionality
  • Issues with original extension
  • Expressed user appreciation
User reviews
by LF, 2024-08-17
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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