Expands the GitHub and Gist code pane to the full window width.

GitHub Widener - Expand GitHub code pane
GitHub Widener is a Firefox add-on that expands the GitHub and Gist code pane to the full window width. It requires access to the browser history API to detect page changes. Check out the GitHub repository for more details.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
Weekly download count: 1
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- history
- tabs
Size: 170.81K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
User reviews
by webDevLiam, 2024-09-24
looks great! Can you make gists wider, but more importantly, taller? (maybe even customizable global width/height in percentage? e.g. 90%)
by sudowtf, 2020-11-12
Add-on safety
Risk impact
GitHub Widener 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
GitHub Widener has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
Risk likelihood analysis details
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