Textarea Cache

Textarea Cache

Allows to save automatically the content in a text input field.

What is Textarea Cache?
"Textarea Cache" is a useful Firefox add-on that automatically saves and remembers content that users type into textarea or WYSIWYG editors. It offers a safety net in cases of unexpected tab or window closures, allowing users to recover their input text from the cache panel, saving time and preventing loss of data.
Merlin
Stats
By: Wildsky
Users: 3,114 ▲ 9
Rating: 4.25 (122)
Version: 4.6.0 (Last updated: 2023-12-06)
Creation date: 2017-02-19
Weekly download count: 20
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • clipboardWrite
  • menus
  • alarms
Size: 696.11K
URLs: Website
Stats date:

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Merlin
Summary

This add-on will save automatically the content in textarea or WYSIWYG editor when user is typing. User can recover the saved texts in the cache panel, even the tab or the window is closed unexpectedly.

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
  • Has saved users' data on multiple occasions
  • Useful for recovering text after form submission errors or accidental data loss
  • Essential for forum posting and long text entries
Cons
  • Performance issues causing browser hangs and slow menu
  • The interface is slow to load and does not fit the popup
  • The 'interval to save text' feature does not work as intended
Most mentioned
  • Has previously been very effective and a necessary tool for users
  • Currently suffering from bugs and lack of updates
  • Usefulness is hampered by technical problems
Recent reviews
by Rebecca Ripple, 2024-02-23
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Safety
Risk impact

Textarea Cache 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 Textarea Cache if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Textarea Cache is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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