File Browser Handler

fileBrowserHandler

Low RiskCategory: Device AccessView Official Docs↗

Technical Context

Allows the extension to extend Chrome OS's file browser with custom actions for specific file types. This is a ChromeOS-specific permission.

What This Means For You

On Chromebooks, the extension can add new options for handling files in the Files app. This is only available on Chrome OS.

Related APIs

This permission enables access to these Chrome APIs:

chrome.fileBrowserHandler

Common Use Cases

✓File converters
✓Cloud storage
✓File editors

How to Declare in manifest.json

Add the "fileBrowserHandler" permission to your extension manifest:

{
  "manifest_version": 3,
  "name": "My Extension",
  "permissions": [
    "fileBrowserHandler"
  ]
}

Related Permissions

Audio

audio

On Chromebooks in kiosk mode, the extension can see and control connected audio devices like speakers and microphones. This is mainly for enterprise or kiosk deployments.

low

Printing Metrics

printingMetrics

The extension can see statistics about printing activity, like how many pages have been printed. This is used for print tracking in offices.

low

Text to Speech

tts

The extension can make your computer read text aloud using the built-in voice. This is useful for accessibility or listening to articles.

low

Geolocation

geolocation

The extension can find out where you are located, either precisely through GPS or approximately through your internet connection. This is used for local search or mapping features.

high

Human Interface Devices

hid

The extension can communicate directly with special USB devices like game controllers or custom hardware. This is used for hardware configuration tools.

medium