Auto Shutdown – Chrome Extension for OS Control After Downloads
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Auto Shutdown extension executes a custom OS-level command when all downloading jobs are finished. This extension can be used to turn off the user's computer, hibernate it, or even run a custom command like playing a music song using a desktop application! Note that as of version 0.1.5, the extension keeps the system awake while the extension is enabled and there are active downloading jobs. This causes the system to not to go to the hibernate state. You can disable this feature on the options page.
For this extension to work, a native messaging application needs to be installed. For more info please visit https://add0n.com/auto-shutdown.html
To report bugs use: https://github.com/andy-portmen/auto-shutdown
version 0.1.2: It is now possible to ask the extension to close the shutdown window (countdown window) when an external command is executed version 0.1.4: Keep the shutdown window on top (can be disabled from the options page)
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- Easy to follow instructions
- Works on Linux Lite 3.8
- I'm a developer and I appreciate the effort
- Doesn't work on all devices
- Script didn't install correctly on Windows 10 Pro desktop
- Didn't shut down the PC as expected
- Instructions not working for some users
- Didn't shut down the PC as expected
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Extension safety
Risk impact
Auto Shutdown requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
Auto Shutdown is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.
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