Wikimedia Input Tools

Wikimedia Input Tools

A firefox browser extension for jquery.ime input method library. Enables to type in various languages on the websites, supporting more than 220 input methods across more than 120 languages.

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What is Wikimedia Input Tools?

Wikimedia Input Tools is a Firefox add-on that allows users to type in multiple languages and layouts on web pages. It is built using the jquery.ime library and supports over 220 input methods across more than 120 languages. With convenient keyboard shortcuts, users can toggle between layouts easily. Please note that it may not work in certain applications like Gmail compose mail section and Element web app.

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Stats
Stats date:
Users: 53 ▲ 1
Rating: 4.67 (3)
Version: 0.2.5 (Last updated: 2023-11-26)
Creation date: 2022-07-23
Weekly download count: 6
Firefox on Android: Yes
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 837.96K
Email: Click to see
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Edge
Merlin
Summary

Wikimedia Input Tools lets you type in multiple languages & layouts on web pages.

The add-on is built using jquery.ime library

Keyboard Shortcuts: When cursor is focused on Input, Ctrl+M will toggle between last used layout & default layout. This has to be done for every input across the page

Known Issues

  • Does not work inside gmail compose mail section,
  • Not working in Element web app
User reviews
I'm sorry to say that it doesn't work when I choose Chinese method.
by panice, 2022-12-24
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Safety
Risk impact

Wikimedia Input Tools 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 Wikimedia Input Tools if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Wikimedia Input Tools is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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