JetBrains Toolbox Extension
Clone and open projects from GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket in JetBrains IDEs right from your browser
What is JetBrains Toolbox Extension?
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Summary
The extension adds buttons that allow you to clone and open projects from GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket in IntelliJ-based IDEs. Note: The Toolbox App must be installed on your computer to make the extension work. Download the Toolbox App from https://www.jetbrains.com/toolbox-app.
To open the projects from self-hosted GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket instances, make sure to enable the extension for your website by ticking “Enable on this domain” in the extension settings menu.
If you encounter any problem using the extension, please create an issue request at our tracker: https://youtrack.jetbrains.com/issues/TBX
Would you like to collaborate on the extension? Because you can! It's an open-source project. Here is the repository address: https://github.com/JetBrains/toolbox-browser-extension
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Pros
- Works great on company's self-hosted Gitlab.
- Useful for opening projects directly from GitHub.
- Highly recommended by some users for ecosystem compatibility.
Cons
- Doesn't work with the new GitHub UI/layout.
- Does not always detect or allow to choose the correct IDE.
- Issues reported with custom GitLab domains and other hosted repositories.
Most mentioned
- Extension not functioning with updates or custom domains.
- Lack of support for certain JetBrains IDEs or hosted environments.
- Request for expanded support for different platforms like Gitee and Android Studio.
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Safety
Risk impact
JetBrains Toolbox Extension may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.
Risk likelihood
JetBrains Toolbox Extension has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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