What is Open in MS Edge™ Browser?
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This extension opens the current tab or links in Microsoft's Edge browser. Using this extension you can send links to Microsoft Edge without the need to manually copy and paste links. It is also possible to send all links to Edge using right-click over the context menu option.
If an Microsoft Edge instance is already opened, then link is opened in a new browser tab, however, if Microsoft Edge is not opened, a new Microsoft Edge window is opened.
Preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6hSo5Sx5tk For FAQs please visit: http://add0n.com/open-in.html?from=edge For bug reports visit: https://github.com/andy-portmen/native-client/
Notes:
- For this extension to open links in Microsoft Edge 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. Notes:
- This extension supports managed storage which means some preferences can be configured by the domain administrator
User reviews
- Works as advertised
- Simplifies process of copying and pasting to Edge
- Helpful for people who develop in Firefox but need to swap to Edge for certain plugins
- Needs to install a separate program or JavaScript library
- Requested permissions are excessive
- Logo needs updating
- Doesn't work out of the box
- Needs separate download and installation
- Helpful for swapping between Firefox and Edge
- Works as intended
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Add-on safety
Risk impact
Open in MS Edge™ Browser requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Open in MS Edge™ Browser has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.