Tab search provider for GNOME

Name: Tab search provider for GNOME
Author: Harshad Gavali

Tab search provider for GNOME Shell

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The Tab Search Provider for GNOME Shell is a handy extension that integrates browser tab search functionality into your GNOME desktop environment. It allows users to quickly locate and switch between open browser tabs directly from the GNOME Shell interface, improving productivity and workflow.

This extension is part of a larger project available at GitHub. The project includes additional installation components to complement this provider and enhance tab searching capabilities across different browsers within GNOME.

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By:

Harshad Gavali

Users:

374 21

Version:

1.1.0 Last updated: 2022-01-23

Creation date:

2022-01-23

Risk:

Permissions:

tabs
nativeMessaging

Size:

4.33KB

Full description:

Source:

Edge Add-on Store

Data ingested on:

2025-07-10

Ranking

# 7,555 ▲ 263

Other rankings

#179 in install keyword 73 ▲ 1

Extension safety

Risk impact

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Tab search provider for GNOME 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.
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Tab search provider for GNOME is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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