OPFS Explorer

OPFS Explorer is a Chrome DevTools extension that allows you to explore the Origin Private File System (OPFS) of a web application.

OPFS Explorer: Chrome DevTools Extension for Web App File Analysis

OPFS Explorer is a Chrome DevTools extension that lets you explore and alter the OPFS of a web application. With this extension, you can analyze the file hierarchy of the current web application, download file contents, and even delete files, though the latter may cause the application to malfunction if the targeted file is locked. The powerful cross analysis can quickly be put to test using the extension's dedicated demo page.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 6,000+
Rating: 4.21
(14)
Version: 1.8.0 (Last updated: 2024-11-19)
Creation date: 2022-11-07
Size: 15.94K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Straightforward to use
  • Indispensable for working with OPFS due to Chrome Dev Tools limitations
  • Specific support for sqlite3 "OPFS SAH-Pool" databases
  • Works pretty well when functional
Cons
  • Frequently freezes and crashes Chrome, especially on Mac
  • Hangs indefinitely on "Analyzing Origin Private File System" when not in use
  • Limited functionality for creating or copying files
  • Does not display OPFS files for browser extensions
Most mentioned
  • Hangs or crashes frequently
  • Simple and straightforward with basic functions
  • Limited support for file actions
User reviews
Freezes and crashes my Chrome all the time on Mac
by Nikolay Durygin, 2024-10-16

Doesn't work. Nothing shows up.
by Cody Mullins, 2024-10-09

Does what it says
by kelvin praise, 2024-09-15
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Risk impact analysis details
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