Open in IE
Open current page or link in Microsoft Internet Explorer browser
Open in IE - Firefox Add-on for Microsoft Internet Explorer
Open in IE is a Firefox extension that cybernates your browsing activities between Firefox and Microsoft's Internet Explorer. If IE is already open, this extension opens a new link in a new tab. If not, it launches a new IE window. It becomes easier to switch between browsers without manual hassle of copy-pasting links. Supports managed storage and can be configured by an administrator.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
By: Andy Portmen
Rating: 3.66 
(85)
Weekly download count: 448
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- tabs
- storage
- contextMenus
- nativeMessaging
Size: 76.16K
URLs: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
# 584 ▼ 13
Other platforms
Not available on Android
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Effectively opens the selected tab in an Internet Explorer window
- Creates a button in the toolbar for easy access
- Generally works as intended for users who can access Internet Explorer
Cons
- Does not bypass organizational restrictions on using Internet Explorer
- Has ceased to function for some users after recent updates
- Users experienced error messages and connection failures
Most mentioned
- The add-on used to work but is not functioning anymore after updates
- Organizational restrictions limit its usefulness
- Error messages when connection fails
User reviews
by 退出党团队远离中共恶魔, 2025-02-15
by Manuel Bonilla, 2024-09-05
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Open in IE 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
We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Open in IE. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
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