Merlin
Open in Google Chrome Browser

Open in Google Chrome Browser

Open current page or link in Chrome browser

What is Open in Google Chrome Browser?
"Open in Google Chrome Browser" is a versatile Firefox add-on. It not only lets you instantly redirect the current tab or links to Google Chrome from Firefox but also allows configuring and controlling settings via keyboard shortcuts. Easy to install, it serves as a great tool to simplify multi-browser operations.
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Merlin
Stats
Users: 6,092 ▲ 86
Version: 0.3.2 (Last updated: 2023-09-28)
Creation date: 2017-02-04
Weekly download count: 198
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • contextMenus
  • nativeMessaging
Size: 86.03K
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# 1092
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Summary
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"Open in Google Chrome" extension is a browser extension that opens the current tab or links in the Google Chrome browser. Using this extension you can send links to Google Chrome without the need to manually copy and paste links. It is even possible to define keyboard shortcuts for easier access (Check the options page for more info).

Preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6hSo5Sx5tk

Features: Send the current page to Chrome by pressing the action button Send a link in a page to Chrome from right-click context menu Send a link to Chrome that matches the provided list of hostnames, URLs, or words. Optionally close the source tab when push to Chrome Optionally open the link in both browsers Optionally redirect even the top-level navigation

Notes:

  1. For this extension to open links in the Google Chrome browser you will need to install a minimal native client. The instruction to install the native client is displayed once a link opening is requested.
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User reviews
User reviews summary
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 with Firefox and Chrome
  • Convenient for users who use both browsers
  • Easy to install and use
Cons
  • Issues with opening multiple tabs in Chrome
  • Some concerns about the security of the add-on
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work
  • Great extension
  • Issues with opening multiple tabs
Recent reviews
when opening all tabs in window, all URLs in chrome are copied in one tab comma seperated so it doesn't work for multiple tabs
by Firefox user 18387963, 2024-04-26
I'm not an expert coder, but I looked over the javascript files and I don't see anything nefarious. I've used this addon for years and just installed on my new laptop. I simply can't live without it.
by Firefox user 12728474, 2024-02-07
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Safety
Risk impact

Open in Google Chrome Browser 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 Open in Google Chrome Browser if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Open in Google Chrome Browser is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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Open in Google Chrome Browser