GNOME Shell integration

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

What is GNOME Shell integration?

"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

By: https://extensions.gnome.org

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Users: 600,000+

Rating: 3.79 (319)

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

Email: yk*****@gnome.org

URLs: Website

Ranking

# 716 ▼ 9

Other rankings

#1692 in Accessibility ▲ 5 #71 in integration keyword 26 ▼ 4

Other platforms

GNOME Shell integration (v12)

4.30 (257) 147,283+

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Extension summary

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Provides excellent functionality for managing GNOME extensions.
Loved by users familiar with GNU/Linux.
Integrates well with the GNOME environment.

Cons

Frequently broken or unsupported after updates.
Native host connector issues prevent proper functionality.
Difficulty in uninstalling the extension.
Users report problems with installation and configuration.

Most mentioned

Native host connector issues
Stopped working after updates
Good functionality when it works
Problems with installation on various platforms

Recent reviews

Für Ubuntu 23.04 and newer: Terminal: $ sudo apt-get install gnome-browser-connector The warning / error message disappears and Gnome extensions could be managed from Chrome.

Yeti Go, 2024-07-02

Camilo L., 2024-04-05

Sidharth J, 2024-03-12

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Extension safety

Risk impact

GNOME Shell integration may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.