Adds an option to search the selected text on Google Maps when you right click it.
NOTE: This extension is NOT affiliated with Google or any other company.
Icon credit: Andrew Onorato, thenounproject
What is Search on Google Maps?
'Search on Google Maps' is a useful Firefox add-on that enriches user experience by providing the option to easily search any highlighted text directly on Google Maps. This unique feature is initiated with a simple right-click. However, please note, this tool is not endorsed or affiliated with Google or any other company. The icon is credited to Andrew Onorato from The Noun Project.
Add-on stats
By: Qute
Rating: 4.09
(11)
Creation date: 2018-10-12
Weekly download count: 24
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 19.48K
Ranking
# 2458
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Add-on summary
Adds a new button to search on Google Maps some selected text after you right click.
NOTE: This extension is NOT affiliated with Google or any other company. Icon credit: Andrew Onorato, thenounproject
User reviews
Pros
- Opens Google Maps in a new tab conveniently
- Works as expected, including from within a PDF
- Even works with latitude and longitude coordinates
Cons
- Does not open the new 'map' tab immediately after the current tab
- Lack of an Accelerator key for quick access
- No direct way to contact the developer
Most mentioned
- Works as expected
- User wishes to open the 'map' tab after the current tab, not last
- Functionality works even with coordinates
Recent reviews
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Search on Google Maps does not require any sensitive permissions.
Risk likelihood
Search on Google Maps is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
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