Open current page, link, or all tabs in the Firefox browser with a left-click or through right-click context menu.

Latest Version

Version
0.4.5
Update
June 16, 2024
Size
196KiB
Developer
Category
Users
50,000+
Rating
3.45946 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
ActiveTab
Storage
ContextMenus
NativeMessaging
DeclarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess
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Open in Firefox™ Browser Extension

The \"Open in Firefox\" extension simplifies opening the current tab or links within the current tab in the Firefox browser. This functionality can be initiated via the right-click context menu, a toolbar button, or left-clicking on a link with or without a modifier key. This extension streamlines link transfer between different web browsers, eliminating the need to copy a link from one browser, paste it into the OS clipboard, and then paste it into another browser.

Key Features:
- Open a website's hostname directly in Firefox.
- Open a specific URL in Firefox.
- Launch all URLs containing a specific keyword in Firefox.
- Optionally close the current tab after transferring a link.
- Optionally, do not block the left-click action when transferring a link.
- Support for managed storage, allowing administrators to configure extension settings.
- Support for user-defined JS script to decide whether the link should be blocked and passed to the Firefox browser or not

When the extension detects an open instance of the Firefox browser, it opens the link in a new browser tab. If no open Firefox instance is found, it initiates a new Firefox window.

You can customize URLs or hostnames to be automatically redirected to Firefox from the options page. You also have the option to close the source tab once the link transfer is completed. This allows you to view a specific website in Firefox, even if Chrome is your primary browser.

Important Notes:
1. To use this extension to open links in the Firefox browser, you'll need to install a minimal native client. Installation instructions for the native client are provided when you attempt to open a link. Additionally, there are two short video tutorials in the screenshot section, covering installation steps for both Windows and Linux or Mac operating systems.
2. This extension supports managed storage, allowing domain administrators to configure certain preferences.
3. It can send links via left-click, a combination of left-click and a keyboard meta key, or during top-level navigation.
4. As of now, there is no version available for Chrome OS.

Legal Disclaimer:
Firefox is a trademark of Mozilla Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. This extension is an independent project and is not affiliated with the Firefox team or Mozilla Inc.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Open in Firefox\u2122 Browser", "description": "Open current page, link, or all tabs in the Firefox browser with a left-click or through right-click context menu.", "version": "0.4.5", "manifest_version": 3, "storage": { "managed_schema": "managed.json" }, "permissions": [ "activeTab", "storage", "contextMenus", "nativeMessaging", "declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess" ], "optional_host_permissions": [ "*://*/*" ], "optional_permissions": [ "tabs", "downloads" ], "background": { "service_worker": "worker.js" }, "icons": { "16": "/data/icons/16.png", "32": "/data/icons/32.png", "48": "/data/icons/48.png", "64": "/data/icons/64.png", "128": "/data/icons/128.png", "256": "/data/icons/256.png", "512": "/data/icons/512.png" }, "content_scripts": [{ "matches": [""], "js": ["/data/inject/main.js"], "run_at": "document_start", "all_frames": true, "match_about_blank": true, "world": "MAIN" }, { "matches": [""], "js": ["/data/inject/isolated.js"], "run_at": "document_start", "all_frames": true, "match_about_blank": true, "world": "ISOLATED" }], "action": {}, "options_ui": { "page": "/data/options/index.html", "open_in_tab": true }, "homepage_url": "https://webextension.org/listing/open-in.html?from=firefox", "commands": { "_execute_action": {} }, "web_accessible_resources": [{ "resources": [ "/data/redirect/index.html" ], "matches": ["*://*/*"] }]}
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How to download and manually install Open in Firefox™ Browser extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Open in Firefox™ Browser extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Open in Firefox™ Browser extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Open in Firefox™ Browser extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Open in Firefox™ Browser extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Open in Firefox™ Browser extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Open in Firefox™ Browser Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Open in Firefox™ Browser extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Open in Firefox™ Browser extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Open in Firefox™ Browser extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Open in Firefox™ Browser extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Open in Firefox™ Browser extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Open in Firefox™ Browser extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Open in Firefox™ Browser extension file

Select and download the Open in Firefox™ Browser extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Open in Firefox™ Browser extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Open in Firefox™ Browser extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Open in Firefox™ Browser extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Open in Firefox™ Browser extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Artur Santos (ID: 000000ba58d3d9cf) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 09/21/2023 Doesn't work for url's that are in the Chrome bookmarks, so it's useless for me.

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ARatQuiRit (ID: 000000fe0d1c9334) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 08/13/2023 For me it’s working as expected. What about the context menu option though ? I did not find if I can remove it…

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Glen McIvor (ID: 00000097335a7c33) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 08/08/2023 Just couldn’t get it to work on Linux Mint 21 Installed “install.sh” and got the result >>> host is ready <<< but when tested got “cannot find the native client. Follow the 3 steps to install the native client”. So I will just have to copy and paste for now.

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Simone Dotto (ID: 000000f7237fd5c4) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 07/31/2023 It doesn't work entirely as it should, for instance I want to use it in the Protonmail PWA, but only the interface elements are opened in Firefox, not links in the email.

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Maksim Beliaev (ID: 0000007673794b27) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/15/2023 that is an excellent app that works brilliantly. Thank you very much!