GNOME Shell integration

This extension provides integration with GNOME Shell and the corresponding extensions repository https://extensions.gnome.org

GNOME Shell integration - Chrome Extension

"GNOME Shell integration" is a Chrome extension that facilitates integration with the GNOME Shell and the corresponding extensions repository https://extensions.gnome.org. Usage requires the installation of a native connector, with instructions for manual and package installation available.
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Extension stats

Users: 600,000+
Rating: 3.79
(320)
Version: 12 (Last updated: 2024-06-12)
Creation date: 2018-03-20
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
  • notifications
  • storage
Host permissions:
  • https://extensions.gnome.org/
  • https://extensions-next.gnome.org/
Size: 146.43K
URLs: Website

Ranking

# 845 ▼ 71
Other rankings
#1699 in Accessibility ▼ 3 #12 in integration keyword 16 ▼ 5 #53 in install keyword 72 ▼ 18

Other platforms

Not available on Android
GNOME Shell integration (v12)
4.30 (259) 155,732+
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Analyze keywords

You MUST install native connector for this extension to work.

For Arch Linux, Debian, Fedora, Gentoo and Ubuntu you can install package named "chrome-gnome-shell".

You also can install connector manually. See https://wiki.gnome.org/Projects/GnomeShellIntegrationForChrome/Installation for install instructions.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Works well on Ubuntu 22.04 and 21.10 for managing GNOME extensions.
  • Provides additional functionality for managing GNOME extensions, preferred over built-in options.
Cons
  • Frequent issues with the native host connector not being detected or supported.
  • Current versions are reportedly broken or not functioning as expected.
  • Difficult to find troubleshooting solutions in the documentation.
  • Users report problems with installing or removing the extension.
Most mentioned
  • Native host connector issues.
  • Extension has stopped working or is broken.
  • Works for managing extensions in specific Ubuntu versions.
User reviews
Although GNOME Shell integration extension is running, native host connector is not detected.
by Bryan Wadsworth (BWads001), 2024-12-05
Broken.
by Andrew Rigg, 2024-10-15
Top 10. Funcionou bem no Ubuntu 22.04. Parabéns para o desenvolvedor!
by BetaLinux BetaLinux, 2024-10-04
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Extension safety

Risk impact

GNOME Shell integration requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

GNOME Shell integration has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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