Merlin
Browser's external editor

Browser's external editor

Allows to edit text fields with an external editor

What is Browser's external editor?
"Browser's external editor" is a Firefox add-on that allows you to effortlessly edit text fields using an external editor, enhancing your text editing experience in Firefox.
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Merlin
Stats
Users: 22 ▼ -3
Rating: 5.00 (2)
Version: 3.2.1 (Last updated: 2023-03-27)
Creation date: 2018-01-06
Weekly download count: NaN
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • tabs
  • scripting
  • nativeMessaging
Size: 50.38K
URLs: Website
Stats date:

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# 18557 ▼ 929
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There are two steps to follow before using this extension:

Please don't forget to set a keyboard shortcut to invoke the text editor.
User reviews
The extension works just as I expected. I decided to install the messaging host manually for security reasons, but it was quite simple, and the extension works like a charm. I've been looking for this for a long time!
by HanD, 2023-10-19
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Safety
Risk impact

Browser's external editor may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

Browser's external editor has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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