ELMS Download Blocker

This extension opens files on ELMS in the browser instead of automatically downloading them. Enjoy!
What is ELMS Download Blocker?
ELMS Download Blocker is a Chrome extension that allows University of Maryland students to view files on their class web pages without automatically downloading them. By opening the files in the browser, it eliminates clutter in the downloads folder and offers a more convenient experience for assignment viewing.

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2024-02-08
Users: 14
Version: 2.4 (Last updated: 2018-08-27)
Creation date: 2018-08-27
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • storage
Size: 2.98M

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Extension summary

Often, University of Maryland professors will upload files to their class web pages that students need to view for assignments. However, most of the time the link is an automatic download, so the file gets stored on your computer. It's fairly annoying and can clutter the student's downloads folder very quickly. It would be much more convenient to simply open the file in the browser instead, and that's exactly what this extension does. Enjoy! This extension is open source, and can be found here: https://github.com/music/ElmsDownloadBlocker

Extension safety

Risk impact

ELMS Download Blocker requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

ELMS Download Blocker may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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