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If all extensions are using same standard, what about possibility of "universal" extensions that run on any browser without changes?
by butz 5y ago
If all extensions are using same standard, what about possibility of "universal" extensions that run on any browser without changes?
- Macha 5y agoSo, running from the same source code? That's already the case for many extensions. Running from the same artifact is a bit harder as Chrome will only accept extensions signed by Google from the Chrome Web Store. I guess Firefox could let you install them, but then it leaves the possibility of installing an extension that is actually incompatible and confusing users.
- Vinnl 5y agoThat's what Mozilla attempted to do with WebExtensions. I think they had IE/Edge on board before they switched to being Chrome-based, and desktop Safari's on board now, but of course the main holdout is Chrome, which is by far the most important one.