Chrome-Stats extension
Open in Microsoft Edge
Opens current tab in Microsoft Edge (by simply adding 'microsoft-edge:' to the URL, no additional native software needed).
What is Open in Microsoft Edge?
'Open in Microsoft Edge' is a Firefox extension designed to smoothly transition your browsing from Firefox to Microsoft Edge. This add-on allows you to open your current tab in the Edge browser just by adding 'microsoft-edge:' before the URL - no external software required. This extension is most beneficial for users running Firefox on Microsoft Windows. To operate, click on the Add-On icon or use the Alt+Shift+E shortcut. Disclaimer: Edge is a trademark of Microsoft Inc. This extension is an independent project with no affiliation with the Edge team or Microsoft Inc.
Stats
By:
Alphalpha
Rating:
4.65
(20)
Creation date:
2020-07-18
Weekly download count:
22
Firefox on Android:
No
Risk impact:
Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version:
2
Permissions:
- tabs
Size:
12.39K
Stats date:
Chrome-Stats Rank
#
3444
▼ 7
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Summary
Opens current tab in Microsoft Edge (by simply adding 'microsoft-edge:' to the URL, no additional native software needed).
Likely, this addon is only useful for Firefox on Microsoft Windows.
Click add-on icon or use Alt+Shift+E to execute.
Edge is a trademark of Microsoft Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. This extension is an independent project and has no relationship to Edge team or Microsoft Inc.
User reviews
User reviews summary
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spammy, or outdated.
Pros
- Does not require extra software or unnecessary permissions
- Allows for manual script changes, including URL patterns
- Is user-friendly and 'works right outside of the box'
Cons
- Requires download of an installer
- Only allows links to open in Edge after first opening in Firefox, lacks direct option
- Inconsistent in launching the correct browser
Most mentioned
- Unnecessary permissions not required
- Direct open links in Edge not available
- Inconsistency in launching the correct browser
Recent reviews
by
Firefox user 15088178, 2023-11-29
Safety
Risk impact
Open in Microsoft Edge 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
Open in Microsoft Edge has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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