GNOME Shell integration

This extension provides integration with GNOME Shell and the corresponding extensions repository https://extensions.gnome.org

GNOME Shell Integration - A Firefox Add-On for Linux Users

"GNOME Shell integration" is an add-on for Firefox that enables efficient integration with GNOME Shell and the linked extension repository. For this to function, users need to install a native connector. Connector can be installed through package "chrome-gnome-shell" or manually for several Linux systems such as Arch Linux, Debian, Fedora, Gentoo and Ubuntu.

Add-on stats

Version: 12 (Last updated: 2024-06-14)
Creation date: 2016-11-18
Weekly download count: 790
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • alarms
  • nativeMessaging
  • notifications
  • storage
  • tabs
Host permissions:
  • https://extensions.gnome.org/
  • https://extensions-next.gnome.org/
Size: 139.85K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

GNOME Shell integration (v12)
3.78 (321) 600,000
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

You MUST install native connector for this extension to work.

For Arch Linux, Debian, Fedora, Gentoo and Ubuntu you can install package named "chrome-gnome-shell".

You also can install connector manually. See https://wiki.gnome.org/Projects/GnomeShellIntegrationForChrome/Installation for install instructions.

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
  • Works well for managing GNOME Shell extensions
  • Appreciated functionality in allowing shell extensions to be used
  • Supports multiple Linux distributions
Cons
  • Currently has issues with specific Firefox versions (e.g., in Debian 12)
  • Uncertainty about future updates to the add-on
  • Some users prefer alternative methods for managing extensions
Most mentioned
  • Functionality is generally appreciated
  • Availability of the add-on for necessary instances
  • Some users critique the reliability and maintenance of the add-on
User reviews
by grisfer, 2024-11-16

by sesshomaru1234, 2024-10-26

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

GNOME Shell integration requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

GNOME Shell integration has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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