RawGIT Viewer

RawGIT Viewer puts Github repository HTML assets into the browser view, when available.
What is RawGIT Viewer?
RawGIT Viewer is a Chrome extension that allows you to view Github repository HTML assets in the browser, leveraging the RawGit API. It converts the current Github page URL to a RawGit URL and serves raw files directly from GitHub with proper Content-Type headers.

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2023-11-25
Users: N/A
Rating: 5.00 (2)
Version: 1.0.2 (Last updated: 2016-07-11)
Creation date: 2016-07-11
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • <all_urls>
Size: 148.48K

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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

RawGIT Viewer will convert the current Github page URL to a RawGit URL. This extension sends the url to the API at https://github.com/rgrove/rawgit, which serves raw files directly from GitHub with proper Content-Type headers. Cool, huh!?

Shout out to Ash Connolly (http://www.ashconnolly.com) too, for a bit of design inspiration!

Extension safety

Risk impact

RawGIT Viewer requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

RawGIT Viewer may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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