Opens current tab in Microsoft Edge (by simply adding 'microsoft-edge:' to the URL, no additional native software needed).
- By:
- Alphalpha
- Daily users:
- 900 -3
- Rating:
- 4.42 (26)
- Version:
- 1.1 Last updated: 2020-07-19
- Version code:
- 5066677
- Creation date:
- 2020-07-18
- Risk:
- Moderate risk impact Low risk likelihood
- Permissions:
- tabs
- tabs
- Size:
- 12.39K
- Full description:
- See detailed description
- Source:
- Firefox Browser Add-ons
- Updated:
- 14 hours ago
User reviews
Pros
- Works as described without requiring external software
- Does not require unnecessary permissions
- Light and small extension
- Consistently functional over time
- Ability to open links without prompts
Cons
- Lacks a right-click context menu option
- Shortcut key does not work for some users
- Not opening links directly in Edge for some users
- Requires an installer for certain functionalities
Recent reviews
by 远离*****, 2025-03-29
by 全民*****, 2025-02-19
by Fi*****, 2025-02-09
Extension safety
Risk impact
Open in Microsoft Edge requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
Risk likelihood
Open in Microsoft Edge has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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