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Ask Slashdot: Most Useful Browser Extensions?

Posted by Soulskill on from the still-waiting-on-an-extension-that-makes-me-lunch dept.

An anonymous reader writes: One of the most powerful features of modern browsers is the ability to install third-party extensions. They allow third-party developers to work on really useful niche functionality, and let users customize their browser with the tools they need. Unfortunately, this environment has the same discover-ability and security problems as standalone software. Thus, my question: what are your most useful (and safe) browser extensions? I can't live without some privacy basics like NoScript, AdBlock, and Ghostery. I also find FoxyProxy helpful for getting around geolocation requirements for media streaming. OneTab works pretty well for saving groups of browser tabs, and Pushbullet keeps getting better at managing my phone while I'm at my PC.

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  1. We'd like your feedback... by SoCalChris · · Score: 5, Informative

    Is there an extension that blocks these "We'd like your feedback" messages that seem to be popping up on every single site lately? Or a way to block them easily with AdBlock?

  2. Re:Browser Makers Should Get The Message by JMJimmy · · Score: 5, Informative

    As well, why not have a neutral platform you can build on to your needs instead of introducing bloat that only some people will like/use.

    Firefox:
      - AdBlock Plus + Element Hiding Helper
      - Chatzilla (IRC Chat)
      - FireFTP
      - SnapLinks Plus (right click multi-link select/copy/open)
      - Firebug
      - HTTPS Everywhere
      - Quickdrag (drag drop links into white space to open in new tab, drag drop images to download them)
      - SQLite Manager (manually browse and fix Mozilla's privacy blunders)
      - TableTools2 (manage table data when site options don't offer it)
      - YouTube HD (forces specific sizes when possible)
      - Live HTTP Headers (see what's really being sent)