Clippings

Save frequently-entered text for pasting later.
"Clippings" is a Firefox add-on that allows users to save and manage frequently-entered text for easy pasting into web forms and emails. It offers features like organizing clippings, inserting placeholders, and quick access via keyboard shortcuts. Users can sync between Firefox and Thunderbird, making it ideal for enhancing productivity in online tasks.
Manifest V3
Daily users: 13,771
-82
Version: 7.0.1 (Last updated: 2025-01-15)
Version code: 5868207
Creation date: 2005-10-12
Weekly download count: 277
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
  • alarms
  • menus
  • downloads
  • notifications
  • storage
  • tabs
  • unlimitedStorage
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 1.32M
Full description: See detailed description
Updated: 15 hours ago

User reviews

Pros
  • Simple and convenient to use
  • Reliable sync feature
  • Good support with tutorials and screenshots
  • Must-have extension for many users
Cons
  • Does not paste clippings consistently
  • Issues with searching within content
  • Clippings can be inserted incorrectly, going to the bottom of the list instead of the intended category
  • Does not remember last window size
  • Problems noted with specific platforms like Twitter ("X") and WoltLab Suite
Most mentioned
  • Inconsistency in pasting clippings
  • User interface issues regarding category management and window size
  • Reliability issues with specific websites or applications
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
User reviews

by Gabb4SauRuzZ, 2025-02-28

Most of the time it doesn't even work, I select the clipping but it doesn't paste anything at all. Edit: I downgraded it to Version 6.3.5 and it seems to work now.
by Kill This World, 2025-02-28
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Clippings requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. 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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Risk likelihood

Clippings is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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