IE View WE
Provides ability to open pages and links by Internet Explorer (Cloned IE View based on WebExtensions-based)
IE View WE Add-on
IE View WE is a powerful Firefox extension that allows users to open webpages and links using Internet Explorer, thanks to its integration with WebExtensions APIs. This cloned version of the well-known IE View offers compatibility with Firefox 57 and later, but requires users to install a native host binary before use.
Key Features:
- Easy Opening of Links: Quickly launch any specified webpage in Internet Explorer with ease.
- Managed Storage Support: Business-compatible settings can be maintained by system administrators.
- Configuration Version Compatibility: Improved preference reading from existing MCD configurations allows for seamless integration.
Note: This add-on will no longer receive updates. Users should consider switching to BrowserSelector for continued support.
Manifest V2
By: ClearCode Inc.
Rating: 4.32
(77)
Weekly download count: 238
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- contextMenus
- nativeMessaging
- storage
- alarms
- tabs
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- <all_urls>
Size: 40.98K
Email: fi*****@clear-code.com
URLs: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description: See detailed description
Source: Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated: a day ago
Ranking
# 544 ▼ 9
User reviews
Pros
- works amazing
- very useful to avoid multitabs mechanism
Cons
- doing nothing
Most mentioned
- the add-on is useful for avoiding multitabs in legacy pages
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User
reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
User reviews
by 敬念法轮大法好远离瘟疫, 2025-02-14
I like this one
by Karl White, 2024-07-10
Add-on safety
Risk impact
IE View WE 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
IE View WE has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
Risk likelihood analysis details
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