IE Tab
Display web pages using IE within Chrome. Use Java, Silverlight, ActiveX, Sharepoint, and more.
What is IE Tab?
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Summary
IE Tab exactly emulates Internet Explorer, and enables you to load your web pages with different versions of IE (IE7 - IE11)
FULLY SUPPORTED IN WINDOWS 11 AND AFTER INTERNET EXPLORER IS REMOVED IN FEBRUARY 2023.
Please note that IE Tab for Windows does require the use of a separate executable, ietabhelper.exe. You can read more about that in the FAQ below.
-- FEATURES --
Create a list of URLs that will automatically open in IE Tab
Group Policy support for enterprise deployments
Securely use the old IE rendering engine
Edit Sharepoint documents instead of opening read-only
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- Allows use of IE-specific features on modern browsers
- Used to have a free version that was adequate for personal use
- Generally found useful for legacy content and sites
Cons
- Requires a subscription for use after a trial period
- Some users report increased slowness and extra downloads/permissions
- No longer free; considered a money grab by some users
Most mentioned
- Subscription fee and move to paid model
- Was previously a free extension with high satisfaction
- There are alternatives to the service, such as using IE Mode in Edge
- Does not function with certain sites or legacy features (like JRE)
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Safety
Risk impact
IE Tab is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install IE Tab if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
IE Tab has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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