Highlighted Search
Simultaneously search your favorite sites using the highlighted text on the current screen as the search parameter.
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Summary
Use your cursor to highlight someone's name in your current tab, then simply click the icon that appears in your omnibox. That will open 5 new tabs, using the highlighted text as a search parameter, to search Github, LinkedIn, Facebook. Google and Google Scholar, for that person's name.
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Risk impact
Highlighted Search 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 Highlighted Search if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
Highlighted Search may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.
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