ShiftEdit
ShiftEdit is an online IDE for developing PHP, Ruby, HTML, CSS and JavaScript using (S)FTP, Dropbox or Google Drive
What is ShiftEdit?
ShiftEdit is a sophisticated Chrome extension that functions as an online Integrated Development Environment (IDE). It supports web development processes using programming languages such as PHP, Ruby, Java, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. It has the capability to connect to various servers via FTP, SFTP, Dropbox, Google Drive and WebDav. Boasting of time-saving features like autocomplete, code folding, snippets, and bracket closing, ShiftEdit also facilitates real-time collaboration. It comes equipped with a built-in Git client, a Terminal, and the ability for deployment of servers. It can be used conveniently on any device including desktops, tablets, mobiles, and Chromebooks.
Stats
Users:
80,000+
Rating:
4.20
(1,483)
Creation date:
2018-04-16
Risk impact:
Low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version:
2
Permissions:
Size:
17.58K
URLs:
Website
Stats date:
Chrome-Stats Rank
#
2923
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Summary
ShiftEdit is an online IDE, ideal for web development.
Features Connect to your sites and edit your files* Time-saving features like autocomplete, code folding, snippets, jump-to-line bracket closing Collaborate in real time Built in Git client Built-in Terminal Works on Chromebook, Desktop, Tablet and mobile Deploy servers and loads more all from the comfort of your web browser!
- Connect to different servers via FTP, SFTP, Dropbox, Google Drive and WebDave Support many languages including: PHP, Ruby, Java, HTML, CSS and JavaScript
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- Has a trial period which is free
- Useful for editing files on the go, especially on devices like Chromebooks
- Supports FTP and has WYSIWYG design features
- The developer is responsive and helpful
- Works with Google Drive
Cons
- Many features require payment, not completely free
- Difficulties with uninstalling/disconnecting the extension from Drive
- No free version leading to disappointment for some users
- Poor interface and user experience for some
- Hijacks file associations and asks for personal information
Most mentioned
- Payment required/payant (considered a con by most)
- Issues with uninstalling or disconnecting from Drive
- Useful/functional
- Has a trial period
- Developer's responsiveness
Recent reviews
No free version. Overall also way too bad! Below my expectations anyway
pito de burro
No free version. Overall also way too bad! Below my expectations anyway
Safety
Risk impact
ShiftEdit is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
ShiftEdit has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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