OpenLorem

Lorem Ipsum filler text for web developers. Uses Loripsum, Bacon Ipsum and Dino Ipsum APIs to retrieve customized text. Insert into fields using context menu. Source code is available on Github.

OpenLorem: Lorem Ipsum Filler Text Plugin

OpenLorem is a Firefox add-on specifically designed for web developers. It provides Lorem Ipsum filler text delivered through Loripsum, Bacon Ipsum, and Dino Ipsum APIs. Users can insert the generated text into fields via context menu, which is enabled in the plugin preferences. The source code of OpenLorem is open and accessible on Github for anyone interested in its backend operations.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
By: BojanK
Daily users: 1,246
-15
Rating: 4.40
(15)
Version: 0.5resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Version code: 5728238
Creation date: 2017-06-25
Weekly download count: 20
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • https://baconipsum.com/api/*
  • http://loripsum.net/api/*
  • http://dinoipsum.herokuapp.com/api/*
  • webRequest
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • tabs
  • activeTab
Size: 33.34K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge

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
  • Works flawlessly for generating dummy text
  • Context menu for easy text insertion is highly appreciated
  • Open-sourced code builds user trust
  • Variety of options including different html elements
  • Supports multiple types of lorem ipsum text
Cons
  • Has shown an offline error for several months
  • Concerns about needing permission for all website data
  • Could use more user-friendly features like a 'copy all' button
Most mentioned
  • Need for a context menu to add text easily
  • Open-source code is a positive feature
  • Requires permission for website data access
User reviews

Appears to have been abandoned. Has shown an offline error for a couple of months now.
by daisymae6580, 2023-04-03
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

OpenLorem requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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