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GNOME Shell integration

GNOME Shell integration

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

What is GNOME Shell integration?
"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.
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Rating: 4.30 (254)
Version: 11.1 (Last updated: 2022-07-12)
Creation date: 2016-11-18
Weekly download count: 972
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • alarms
  • nativeMessaging
  • notifications
  • storage
  • tabs
  • https://extensions.gnome.org/
Size: 247.57K
URLs: Website
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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
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Pros
  • Provides the ability to manage GNOME Shell extensions from the browser.
  • Works fine with Firefox Snap on Ubuntu 22.10.
  • Helpful for users whose distros require the addon version.
Cons
  • Functionality could be integrated into the desktop itself, making the extension redundant.
  • Cannot be used with Firefox installed by Flatpak.
  • There's uncertainty about future updates.
Most mentioned
  • Extension Manager (flatpak) is preferred by some users.
  • The add-on is functional and serves its purpose.
  • Integration title capitalization could be improved.
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Safety
Risk impact

GNOME Shell integration is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install GNOME Shell integration if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

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

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GNOME Shell integration