Make it possible to open by click a link to a local file that is disabled by Chrome.
Enable Local File Links: A Google Chrome Extension
The 'Enable local file links' extension is a handy tool for Chrome users that breaks the default prohibition on opening local files directly from the browser. This add-on is designed to enhance user experience whilst maintaining security, as it only reacts to manual user operations; ensuring no malicious page can open a local file without explicit user permission. The extension does not collect or use any personal information and its source code is openly available on GitHub.
Extension stats
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 6.54K
Email: su*****@peruse.io
URLs: Website
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Extension summary
In Google Chrome, links to local files are disabled, unlike IE. This extension allows you to open a link to a local file by clicking it.
[Security] A malicious page can not open a local file without permission, because this extension reacts only to the click operation by the user.
[Others] Personal information is not collected / used. Source code is released to GitHub (see "Website" link).
Extension safety
Risk impact
Enable local file links requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Enable local file links has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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