gist.io

Toggle between github.com and gist.io when viewing gists

gist.io - GitHub Gist Viewer

gist.io is a Chrome extension that allows you to easily switch between viewing GitHub gists and gist.io pages. It adds an icon in the omnibox on both platforms, making it convenient to read and present your content in a stylish way.
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Extension stats

Users: 21
-1
Rating: 2.00
(1)
Version: 0.0.1 (Last updated: 2013-09-10)
Creation date: 2013-09-10
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
Size: 14.01K
URLs: Website

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Extension summary

Write a GitHub gist, present it with style. Publish a quick, anonymous note or a long essay—your content stays on GitHub, and gist.io makes it a pleasure to read.

This extension adds an icon in the omnibox on github gists and gist.io pages. Clicking the icon when viewing a github gist will take you to the corresponding gist.io page, and vice-versa.

User reviews

Broken
by Rebecca White, 2017-01-06
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Extension safety

Risk impact

gist.io requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

gist.io has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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