Popup ALT Attribute

Popup ALT Attribute

Popups alternate texts of images or others like NetscapeCommunicator(Navigator) 4.x.

What is Popup ALT Attribute?
The 'Popup ALT Attribute' is a user-friendly Firefox extension designed to enhance web browsing by easily displaying alternate texts of images or other web elements similar to the NetscapeCommunicator(Navigator) 4.x. This tool also showcases long descriptions in a multi-row tooltip just like in MSIE. Perfect for users who seek more detailed information from web media.
Merlin
Stats
Users: 1,590 ▼ -2
Rating: 4.60 (15)
Version: 4.2.3resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Creation date: 2006-01-24
Weekly download count: 4
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 22.46K
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Merlin
Summary

Popups alternate texts of images or others like NetscapeCommunicator(Navigator) 4.x, and show long descriptions in the multi-row tooltip like MSIE.

User reviews
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Does what it promises and is useful for checking alt tags quickly
  • Helps in understanding the usage of alt tags and coding of various websites
  • Reminds of old browsing experience and gives nostalgia vibes
Cons
  • It adds 'null' alt attributes to every node in the HTML DOC
  • Cannot be customized in style or size of the alt text popups
  • Does not work on some specific pages
Most mentioned
  • Useful for web developers or users needing to check alt tags
  • Lack of customization options
  • Some desire for it to be a default Firefox feature
Recent reviews
by AV, 2023-03-07
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Safety
Risk impact

Popup ALT Attribute 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

Popup ALT Attribute is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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